TAMPON with applicator, disposable, regular size
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PHYPMHMATRA
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TAMPON with applicator, disposable, regular size
Form
Tampon, regular type, absorbent material (cotton or viscose rayon) in a cylinder form, with applicator. Could be supplied from different brands. Per piece.
Fit
Normal absorption type, which corresponds to approximately 9 gr absorbency value. Regularly packed per 12 or 36 pieces.
Function
Used by women during menstruation by insertion into the vagina with an applicator and regular replacement during period in time intervals of less than 8 hours.
Precautions for use:
- a tampon will NOT prevent an unwanted pregnancy or protect against STIs
- hand washing is needed before inserting the tampon
- a set of instructions of how to insert, extract and change the tampons should always be handed to the patient
- acceptance of feminine hygiene products that need to be inserted into the vagina depends on the cultural context