Nowadays, many women for the treatment of diseases have increasingly begun to give preference to natural preparations, that is, created from environmentally friendly natural raw materials using modern technologies. Because these drugs have nutritious, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial effects and many other no less beneficial to health. Natural preparations usually have a minimum of side effects and contraindications, and therefore are well tolerated by people of various age categories.
For the treatment of gynecological diseases, the use of natural remedies for many years has not been limited only to herbal remedies. The first line of the list of mineral medicines is occupied by ichthyol suppositories, in gynecology, according to reviews, they successfully treat many diseases.
Active substance
Ichthyol is a distillation product of certain tarry rocks containing sulfur and the remains of fossil fish. It is obtained due to the action of concentrated sulfuric acid and then the neutralization reaction of the obtained product with caustic nectar. The substance has a tarry appearance, a rather unpleasant odor, a weak alkaline reaction and the consistency of petroleum jelly. Easily soluble in a mixture of ether and alcohol, as well as in water, mixes with oils and fats.
Ichthyol in medicine
Ichthyolum was introduced into medical practice in the mid-80s of the nineteenth century and proved to be extremely useful for the treatment of skin diseases, gout and rheumatism. Under the influence of ichthyol, acute and chronic rheumatism and all forms of eczema were quickly cured, even when salicylic acid was powerless. With sprains, bruises, mastitis and others, ichthyol is the best anti-inflammatory agent. To date, preparations containing ichthyol have been successfully used in the complex treatment of urological and gynecological diseases. This is confirmed by the reviews available on the use of ichthyol suppositories in gynecology.
The action of ichthyol in the composition of the drugs has the following effects:
- A pronounced decrease in inflammatory reactions.
- The destruction of microorganisms or the delay in their reproduction and development, i.e., an antiseptic effect.
- Local pain medication.
- Strengthens and accelerates the process of formation of the stratum corneum of the epidermis, i.e., has a keratoplastic effect. The use of ichthyol suppositories in gynecology, according to reviews, is very popular.
What effect do they have?
When used in the affected area of candles, the main component of which is ichthyol:
- epithelial cover is restored;
- pain decreases;
- tissue edema is eliminated;
- infiltrates are resolved, which are an accumulation of cells of histiocytic and vasogenic origin against the background of inflammatory edema;
- there is an expansion of capillary and blood vessels;
- improves metabolic processes and the circulatory system.
Indications for use
According to reviews, ichthyol suppositories in gynecology are used in the treatment of the following infectious and inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs in women:
- various types of inflammation of the uterus and appendages (salpingoophoritis, adnexitis, salpingitis) arising from the spread of infection from the vagina;
- inflammatory processes in the mucous membrane of the uterus (endometritis) and in the region of the perinatal space (parametritis);
- inflammatory processes and erosive lesions of the epithelial layer of the cervical canal of the cervix (cervicitis);
- inflammatory processes in the vaginal mucosa (colpitis) and bacterial vaginosis.
According to reviews, in gynecology, ichthyol suppositories (the instructions confirm this), when applied topically, are well absorbed by the mucous membranes, which makes it possible to achieve the most effective effect on the focus of the disease.
Instructions for use
Ichthyol suppositories are released in the form of rectal suppositories, consisting of a useful medicinal substance and base. However, many experts recommend that women use ichthyol suppositories vaginally, which can lead to discomfort in patients due to irritation of the mucous membrane of the internal genital organs. It can be caused by individual intolerance to some components of the drug, so before use it will be useful to consult a doctor, as well as to douch the genitals with ordinary sterilized water.
According to doctors, ichthyol suppositories in gynecology are usually well tolerated.
How often to use?
Depending on the manifestation of the symptoms of the disease, suppositories are recommended to be applied 1-2 times a day. The treatment course is usually 10 days. When using rectal suppositories, administration is carried out only after the intestines have spontaneously cleansed or after using the enema as directed.
Ichthyol suppositories are used 3 times a day for ovarian cysts. To prevent contamination of the underwear, daily sanitary pads must be used. The duration of the course of treatment therapy is determined by the doctor prescribing the appropriate treatment for the disease.
Contraindications and side effects
According to reviews, ichthyol suppositories in gynecology can be used by everyone. There are no restrictions on the use of the drug. For the most part, the use of ichthyol suppositories does not cause adverse reactions. Only in a very small percentage of cases in patients hypersensitive to the drug, there was an increase in body temperature, itching and burning, as well as allergic reactions, which themselves took place after the cancellation of ichthyol suppositories and did not require additional treatment.
The use of the drug is contraindicated in case of individual hypersensitivity to the constituent suppositories.
Drug interaction
In order to find out about the interaction of ichthyol suppositories with other drugs, it is recommended to consult a doctor. This drug is incompatible with solutions and preparations containing salts of heavy metals, iodine and alkaloids. This confirms the instruction "Ichthyol candles".
In gynecology, their harm, as well as the benefits for treating female pathologies during pregnancy and lactation, has not yet been proven to date, therefore, the use of these suppositories is allowed only after consulting a specialist.
If suddenly your child accidentally tried this medicine on a tooth, then in order to avoid side effects, you must immediately do a gastric lavage. If ichthyol enters the eyes or other mucous membranes, it is also necessary to rinse the affected area with plenty of water. It will be best if you begin to store the drug away from children in a medicine cabinet.
Reviews
Judging by the significant number of reviews of specialists and women who used this drug to treat various female diseases, ichthyol suppositories can be considered effective, but monotherapy is not always enough to completely eliminate the ailment. Therefore, doctors often prescribe the use of ichthyol suppositories in combination with other drugs, both for treatment and for the prevention of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs in women.
In addition, a relatively small price of the drug can be considered an additional advantage.
The article describes the application for the preparation "Ichthyol suppositories". In gynecology, they are very popular.