How to use Contrelle? - HP

Women should place the string loop around the BOTTOM of the applicator (close to the grooves) with the knot in the middle of the hollow. ALWAYS PLACE THE STRING ON THE BOTTOM OF THE APPLICATOR FIRST. DO NOT PUT THE FOAM DEVICE ON THE TOP OF THE APPLICATOR FIRST as this will apply too much […]

When the device is properly saturated it will not absorb moisture from the vagina and is easier to put on the applicator. We instruct users to soak Contrelle Activgard thoroughly under running cold water holding in the palm of their hand, whilst at the same time slowly squeezing the device 10 times or more until […]

Dispose of Contrelle with normal household waste.

If inserted correctly, Contrelle works instantly to reduce or stop bladder leakage.

What does it feel like?

Each Contrelle can be used for up to 16 hours. Each Contrelle can only be used once. Contrelle should be changed every 4 to 6 hours during menstruation. It is advisable for women to change Contrelle when convenient after swimming.

To remove the Contrelle Activgard device, we recommend using a water-based lubrication gel to ease removal. Some women find they don’t need this after the first few uses. The gel should be applied inside the vagina. Women should relax and hold both strings evenly together (either side of the knot), as close as possible to […]

There is no need to remove Contrelle during the day, even when going to the toilet.

Contrelle is inserted into the vagina to support the urethra and bladder neck to prevent or reduce the loss of urine.

Contrelle is positioned correctly if users: Can walk for 30 minutes, cough, jump or run without any leakage or with substantially reduced leakage. Can’t feel it. Most women say they feel it at first, but after a while (2 or 3 uses) they don’t feel it at all. It’s just like the first time you […]

Contrelle is working correctly if users: can walk for 30 minutes, cough, jump or run without any leakage or with substantially reduced leakage. can’t feel it. Most women say they feel it at first, but after a while (2 or 3 uses) they don’t feel it at all. It’s just like the first time you […]

We recommend using a water- based lubricant gel at the entrance of the vagina to ease insertion. Some women may find they don’t need this after the first few uses.

Using Contrelle is just as simple as using a tampon. Before using Contrelle we recommend women read the Instructions for Use (IFU) here. Please check the list of contraindications and precautions before prescribing Contrelle.

Yes, you can wear Contrelle during swimming, but we recommend changing Contrelle when convenient afterwards.