Some women notice a residue or discharge after initial use of Replens™. This is caused by the elimination of dead skin cells. Your body naturally sheds dry vaginal tissue that has built up over time.

Some users report unusual discharge, vaginal bleeding, and yeast infections after using Replens products. If a person does experience unwanted side effects from Replens products, they should stop using the product and seek medical advice.

Some users have reported vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding, and yeast infections after using Replens products. If you experience unwanted side effects from Replens products, stop using the product and consult your doctor.

To treat genitourinary syndrome of menopause, your doctor may first recommend over-the-counter treatment options, including: Vaginal moisturizers. Try a vaginal moisturizer (K-Y Liquibeads, Replens, Sliquid, others) to restore some moisture to your vaginal area. You may have to apply the moisturizer every few days.

Brown vaginal discharge can also be an early sign of an STD if it's accompanied by the following symptoms:

• Rashes.
• Burning sensation when urinating.
• Pain during or after sex.
• Abdominal pain.
• Fever.
• Foul-smelling discharge.

Once a pregnancy is established, many clients experience cervical irritation from the vaginal progesterone and thus experience bleeding. This bleeding typically presents as a “gush” of watery blood which, over a period of a few hours to one day, tapers off to a brown spotting.

If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Wash out the cream. Too much oestrogen therapy may cause breast pain or tenderness, nausea, spotting, abdominal cramps and/or bloating. If you are worried or have any unusual symptoms you should contact your doctor.

Common symptoms that may occur along with spotting

• Abdominal pain or cramping.
• Abdominal, pelvic, or lower back pain that may be severe.
• Fatigue.
• Frequent infections, especially yeast or fungal infections.
• Heavy bleeding during menstrual period (menorrhagia)
• Irregular menstrual periods.
• Irritability and mood changes.

Serious side effects of Replens Signs of skin infection like oozing, heat, swelling, redness, or pain. Bleeding that is not normal from the affected part. Fever.

Healthline's picks of the best vaginal moisturizers to treat vaginal dryness

• AH! YES VM Vaginal Moisturizing Gel.
• K-Y Liquibeads Vaginal Moisturizer.
• Replens Long-Lasting Vaginal Moisturizer.
• Carlson Key-E Suppositories.
• Satin by Sliquid Natural Intimate Moisturizer.

How often should Replens Long-Lasting Vaginal Moisturizer be used? For most women, Replens Long-Lasting Vaginal Moisturizer should be used every three days for best results. However, depending on the severity of your dryness, Replens can be used more or less frequently, as necessary. Replens is safe to use daily.

If you experience occasional brown discharge, it's usually not a cause for concern. However, if the brown discharge lasts for several weeks, frequently happens after sex, has an unpleasant smell, or occurs after your menopause, you should speak to your doctor.