TAMPON INFO
How often should I change my tampon?
Never leave a tampon in for more than 8 hours. If you find you have to change your tampon more frequently than every four hours, you may need to use a tampon with higher absorbency. On the other hand, if you change a tampon after wearing it for eight hours and find that it's not saturated and white is showing, you should use a tampon with lower absorbency. Changing a tampon too frequently can affect the tampon's ability to absorb -- that's because the tampon needs a little moisture to expand.
How do you know when to change a tampon?
In general a tampon should be changed every 4-8 hours - never wait longer than 8 hours to change it. But here are some guidelines to help you figure out when it's time to change it: A tampon should be easy to remove. If it feels "stuck" or dry, it probably has not been left in long enough to absorb the menstrual fluid. On the other hand, if you go to the bathroom and the tampon string is wet with menstrual fluid, it is probably fully saturated and needs to be changed. The better you get to know your own flow, the easier it will be to know when to change it, and which absorbency is best for you.
Why do tampons leak ?
This happens for a few reasons: the tampon may have reached its full capacity to absorb, it may not have been inserted the right way, or you may be using the wrong absorbency for your menstrual flow. Remember, the tampon is not a "plug". Some women experience leakage because of the shape of their vaginas. Pantiliners can be worn for extra protection with a tampon.
Can I use a tampon overnight?
Yes. Tampax� tampons can be worn for up to eight hours during the day or night. They give you full protection, and stay in place no matter how much you move around when you sleep! Please remember to insert a new tampon when you go to sleep and remove the tampon first thing in the morning. One thing, though, if you usually sleep more than 8 hours, you should use an Always pad instead. A tampon should be removed after 8 hours.
Can tampons be used for discharges other than menstrual fluid?
No -- you should only use Tampax� tampons during your period. Remember, a little discharge is normal and you can use Alldays pantiliners for that if you like. (If you think you have a lot of discharge between periods, talk to your doctor.)
Can I use two Tampax� tampons at the same time?
No. Only use one tampon at a time. Choose the lowest absorbency tampon that you need. If you're worried that your flow is too heavy, use our Super Plus absorbency size, or use a pad with a tampon for extra protection.
Is a tampon easy to take out?
Very easy! The design of Tampax� helps guarantee that the cord won�t come loose. Just pull the cord gently
