Applying Crinone 8%

Crinone 8% is to be applied directly from the specially designed, sealed applicator into the vagina. The applicator is designed to deliver a premeasured dose of Crinone 8%. A small amount of gel will be left in the tube after usage. Do not be concerned—you will still be receiving the appropriate dosage.

Remove the applicator from the sealed wrapper
DO NOT remove the twist-off tab at this time
For use at altitudes above 2500 feet, see special instructions below

Hold the applicator by the thick end
Shake down several times like a thermometer to ensure that the contents are at the thin end

Hold the applicator by the flat section of the thick end
Twist off and throw away the tab at the other end
DO NOT squeeze the thick end while twisting the tab. This could force some gel to be released before it is inserted

The applicator may be inserted into your vagina while you are in a sitting position or when lying on your back with your knees bent
Gently insert the thin end well into your vagina

Squeeze the thick end of the applicator to deposit the gel
Remove the applicator and throw it away in a waste container
Do not be concerned if a small amount of gel is left in the applicator. You will still be receiving the appropriate dosage

Special instructions for use at altitudes above 2500 feet

Remove the applicator from the sealed wrapper
DO NOT remove the twist-off tab at this time
Hold the applicator on both sides of the bulb, as shown
Using a lancet or a stick pin, make a single puncture in the flat part of the bulb. This will relieve the difference in air pressure between the inside and outside of the applicator caused by high altitudes. It will not affect the amount of gel administered. You will still be receiving the appropriate, measured dosage

Hold the applicator by the thick end
Shake down several times like a thermometer to ensure that the contents are at the thin end

Hold the applicator by the flat section of the thick end
Twist off and throw away the tab at the other end
DO NOT squeeze the thick end while twisting the tab. This could force some gel to be released before it is inserted

The applicator may be inserted into your vagina while you are in a sitting position or when lying on your back with your knees bent
Gently insert the thin end well into your vagina

Place your thumb or finger over the puncture that you made in the bulb of the applicator
Squeeze the thick end of the applicator to deposit the gel
Remove the applicator and throw it away in a waste container
Do not be concerned if a small amount of gel is left in the applicator. You will still be receiving the appropriate dosage