Necessary To Use An Applicator To Insert A Vaginal Suppository Medicine?

Posted on Thu, 13 Oct 2011

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Question : Is it necessary to use an applicator to insert a vaginal suppository medicine?

Answered by Dr. Minoo Bhagia (14 hours later)

Hello,

Thanks for your query.

No it is not necessary to use an applicator.

You can use fingers also but properly wash them before inserting.

It is better to use sterile gloves.

I hope i have answered your query.I will be available for follow up.

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