I've seen Calmoseptine referred to on this forum frequently and have finally ordered some to try. My question is whether it will adhere to moist tissue. I'm really really hoping it will protect vaginal tissue from the burning and irritation from stool leaking from a pouch - vagina fistula. Or if anyone could recommend a product that would adhere to such tissue and act as a barrier I would be very very (very!) appreciative!
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It will adhere...but it does burn a little when you you first apply it. Vaginal. tissue is pretty sensitive. Have you tried using Long Always pads #4? It keeps fecal leakage away from the vagina. It works for me. Just a thought. ....
JHendrix,
I also use the Always Long pads for overnight protection. Make sure to get the Long. I have never used Calmoseptine. I use A&D Ointment. You can find it in the baby isle. This has always worked really well for me.
Good luck to you..🙂
Thanks for the suggestions drbev and MrsP. I do use long pads every day and night. They protect my underwear but not the skin. The stool actually empties into the vagina and thus burns and corrodes the skin before reaching the pad. I'm in search of some way to protect the tissue but creams and ointments don't adhere. It's kind of like finding a barrier cream that would stay in place inside the mouth!
Yeah, Calmoseptine takes care of all of that!!! Would definitely call Calmoseptine directly and have them send you some free samples: they will send you a packet of how it works, info on how to have your local pharmacy order it, and just info in general!!!
Calmoseptine is the best thing I have ever used 
Wear panty liners for sure and change underwear daily, otherwise is cakes on lol.
Thanks Lauren. Do you think it would adhere to the inside of your mouth? I guess I'll just have to wait till it arrives and test it out. 🙏
@JHendrix posted:Thanks Lauren. Do you think it would adhere to the inside of your mouth? I guess I'll just have to wait till it arrives and test it out. 🙏
NO NO MOUTH!!! HAHA!!! It is not whipped cream haha
I suspect that applying Calmoseptine vaginally would be quite unpleasant. At least read the directions carefully. A material I’ve used that sticks around in the mouth is called Orabase. Medications (such as the steroid kenalog) are suspended in orabase and when applied they mostly stay put. I’d suggest consulting a gynecologist about possible ways to solve this problem.
Thanks Scott. Thats the type of product I'm looking for although I definitely don't need a steroid in it. I will investigate further.
There's a Convatec Orabase protective paste that I've used on my peristomal skin, which does stick to raw areas. (I tried to add the Amazon link, but doesn't seem to work: search Amazon for "orabase protective paste".) There's no ingredient list on my box - it states that it's a "smooth, ointment-like paste that adheres to moist areas..." It may be worth checking out for your purpose. I now have a fluid pocket of some sort as a probable result from jpouch removal surgery, and have a similar problem with drainage - my uro/gynecologist recommended Cerave Healing Ointment. I haven't tried that yet. It might also help to try and keep a cotton round over the area to prevent seepage over a wider area (experience from my fistula days). Hope you find relief!
