Compositions and methods for treating vaginal atrophy

Abstract

Compositions and methods for treating one or more symptoms associated with vaginal atrophy or discomfort are disclosed. The compositions include an effective amount of one or more of the active agents selected from pectin (P), hyaluronic acid (HA), and collagen (Cg), in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, for vaginal delivery. The disclosed compositions are useful in treating one or more symptoms associated with vaginal atrophy. Example subjects include postmenopausal women or premenopausal women who experience these symptoms as a result of breastfeeding, intensive vaginal douching, cigarette smoking, autoimmune conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome, pathologic conditions such as diabetes, premature ovarian insufficiency, bilateral oophorectomy, ovarian failure due to radiation or arterial embolization, hypothalamic-pituitary disorders. Additionally, the disclosed compositions are useful in generally alleviating vaginal discomfort such as pH imbalance, vaginal dryness, burning, itching, vaginal discomfort, pain and burning when urinating, dyspareunia (painful sex), and spotting during intercourse.

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