The frequency of changing a hygiene product primarily depends on the amount of flow and the type of product you are using.

Experts recommend changing tampons every 3-5 hours, 8 hours at most in extreme situations, but no longer than that. Long use of tampons can lead to the development of a potentially dangerous condition known as toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Also, take into account that the absorbency of tampons should correspond to the abundance of flow. Using large tampons on low flow days also puts you at risk of developing TSS. For heavy bleeding, you should either use more absorbent tampons or change regular tampons more often. If you find that your tampon is not fully saturated by the time you change it, consider switching to a product with less absorbency.
❗ Because of the necessity to be changed every 8 hours at the very most, tampons are not the best option for using overnight.
Despite the fact that you can wear a menstrual cup for up to 12 hours, it’s better to change it more often, like every 4-6 hours. It’s also important to regularly clean menstrual cups if you are using reusable options.

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