Florachek
Florachek
A simple, non-invasive Medical Device that detects vaginal pH changes at point-of-care, enabling early identification of vaginal infections—even in low-resource settings.
Why Florachek® Matters
- Vaginal infections affect about 30% of women in India and 75% women globally at some point in their lifetime
- Many infections remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, despite symptoms causing serious complicaitons, and major cause of Pre-term deliveries.
- Highlights the need for quick, simple, non-invasive diagnostic tools
Importance of Vaginal pH
- Healthy vaginal pH: 3.8–4.5 (acidic)
- Acidic pH protects against pathogens, including STIs
- Supports beneficial Lactobacilli adhesion and colonization
- pH imbalance is an early indicator of infection and inflammation
What Florachek® does
- Measures vaginal pH instantly using a point-of-care diagnostic glove
- Detects early pH changes linked to infections
- Works effectively even in low-resource settings
- Easy to use with minimal training — suitable even for midwives
Advantages Over Existing Options
- Reduces unnecessary antibiotic use by enabling early, accurate diagnosis
- Faster, safer, and more economical than culture kits
- Avoids issues of contamination, cost, and delays seen with lab-based tests
- Included in FOGSI practice guidelines, reinforcing clinical credibility
How to interpret color changes in Florachek® glove pH strip
Limitations of other approaches
- Antibiotics face rising resistance due to overuse
- Culture kits are slow, expensive, and allergenic
- Vaginal washes offer minimal benefit and do not restore pH or treat infections
Why Florachek® Is Essential
- Provides quick detection of abnormal vaginal pH
- Helps clinicians initiate the right treatment at the right time
- Improves diagnostic accuracy and reduces recurrence
FAQs
What is Florachek®?
A simple diagnostic glove that measures vaginal pH at point-of-care.
What does it help detect?
Early signs of vaginal infections and pH imbalance.
Who can use Florachek®?
Doctors, nurses, midwives — even in low-resource settings.
Why is vaginal pH important?
Healthy pH protects against infections and supports Lactobacilli growth.
Is Florachek® easy to use?
Yes — it requires minimal training and gives instant results.
What makes it valuable?
Included in FOGSI guidelines and helps reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.
