Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease that is transmitted during intercourse from an infected partner. The main cause of the pathology is the intracellular chlamydia parasites that live in human cells and affect both internal and external tissues of human organs. According to WHO statistics, in the world about 100 thousand people annually get chlamydia. Treatment of pathology is carried out using suppositories, which are dispensed in pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription. A large number of chlamydia suppositories are presented on the modern pharmaceutical market, some of which we will study in our article.
Symptoms of chlamydia in men and women
The duration of the incubation period with chlamydia is up to 14 days, during which it is almost impossible to recognize the disease. After this period, the first signs of the disease appear in men and women:
- pains that occur in the abdomen;
- burning sensation during urination;
- itchy sensations in the genital area;
- in men, inflammation of the urethra occurs;
- general weakness;
- increase in body temperature to 38.5 ° C.
In rare cases, spotting may occur. In men, when chlamydia enters the surface of the testicles, inflammation of the appendages almost always occurs. The severity of symptoms directly depends on local protective and general compensatory mechanisms. If a man or woman suffers from latent chlamydia, then only a doctor can recognize the disease after analyzing the results of laboratory tests.
What are the candles and how do they work?
It is possible to quickly eliminate the itching sensations and irritation of the mucous membrane that arise due to chlamydia with the help of drugs produced in the form of suppositories. A remedy is prescribed for both men and women, so it is divided into two types, depending on the type of application:
- Rectal (suppositories for chlamydia for men and women are inserted into the rectum).
- Vaginal (a topical drug is prescribed exclusively for women).
It is worth paying attention to the fact that a universal method for the treatment of chlamydia has not yet been found. For this reason, which candles for chlamydia should be used, in each case, a qualified doctor decides after examining the patient.
Pharmacodynamics
Please note that the pharmacodynamics of drugs depends on what their composition, as well as pharmacological activity. If we talk about interferons, then these suppositories are characterized by an immunomodulatory effect, that is, they stimulate the immune defense already at the cellular stage. The activation of leukocytes entails the elimination of the inflammatory reaction, the normalization of the synthesis of Ig A. In addition, the vital processes in the cellular structures of pathogenic microorganisms are disrupted.
Antiseptic suppositories interact with microbial cells, disrupt their viability, prevent reproduction and development, which leads to the death of a pathogenic microorganism.
The use of antiseptic suppositories helps not only in the fight against parasitic bacteria. Such suppositories can be used to prevent the development of genital infections (in particular, chlamydia).
Candles "Hexicon"
This drug is available in the form of vaginal suppositories, weighing 16 mg. The main active ingredient of the drug is chlorhexidine bigluconate, and auxiliary components are corn starch, stearic acid, MCC, lactose monohydrate, etc.
An antiseptic agent is used as a prophylaxis with the aim of preventing such pathologies and conditions:
- inflammatory and infectious complications;
- bacterial vaginosis;
- Trichomonas, mixed and non-specific colitis;
- sexually transmitted diseases (chlamydia, syphilis, genital herpes, trichomoniasis, etc.).
Suppositories for chlamydia "Hexicon" for women during pregnancy or during lactation should be taken with extreme caution. An antiseptic does not have a negative effect on the microflora of the genital mucosa. During treatment, it is worth restricting the use of iodine-containing and alkaline hygiene products that can neutralize the effect of vaginal suppositories.
Candles "Polyoxidonium"
The drug is used to treat infectious diseases, including chlamydia. In addition, chlamydia suppositories in women and men are prescribed to eliminate allergic diseases, as well as bacterial and viral infections. The main active ingredient is polyoxidonium. Auxiliary components of suppositories for vaginal and rectal use - cocoa butter, mannitol, povidone K17.
Today it is proposed to purchase candles from chlamydia "Polyoxidonium" in the form of suppositories in a dosage of 3, 6 and 12 mg. Subject to the prescription of the doctor, the drug increases the body's resistance to infectious diseases, that is, active production of antibodies occurs, which have a positive effect on the immune system.
Candles "Polyoxidonium" is forbidden to use in cases where renal failure is diagnosed, and an increased sensitivity of the body to the components of the drug is detected.
Betadine Candles
The broad-spectrum Betadin antimicrobial agent is used to treat diseases that have arisen due to bacteria, fungi, viruses, spores, and other simple single-celled organisms. Vaginal suppositories are used for chlamydia, vaginitis, trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, etc. The main active ingredient is povidone-iodine, in the auxiliary component is Macrogol 1000.
Since the drug has a powerful disinfectant and antiseptic effect, already after the first minute of the suppository administration in case of gonorrhea and chlamydia Betadine contribute to the death of fungi and other pathogens. According to the instructions for use, the drug does not penetrate deep into the tissues of the genitals, without being absorbed into the blood.
Vaginal suppositories should be taken with extreme caution in patients with chronic renal failure, those who receive lithium-based drug therapy, as well as in patients with impaired thyroid function. Treatment of chlamydia with Betadine suppositories can be used as an antiseptic before surgical procedures.
Candles "Viferon"
The drug is used to treat patients with respiratory viral and inflammatory infectious diseases, namely pneumonia, meningitis, influenza, sepsis, hepatitis C, D, B. Candles are used for chlamydia in women, as well as candidiasis, mycoplasmosis, herpes and cytomegaly.
The main active ingredient of suppositories is recombinant human interferon alfa-2b. As ancillary components, ascorbic acid, tocopherol acetate, and others act. It is worth noting that the use of Viferon suppositories against chlamydia is allowed from the 14th week of pregnancy and during lactation. The drug is contraindicated in those patients who have an individual sensitivity to the components of Viferon. In quite rare cases, an allergic reaction can be observed in the form of skin rashes and itching.
Candles "Genferon"
The immunomodulator is prescribed by doctors in the form of an antibacterial and antiviral agent. In most cases, Genferon suppositories are used in the complex treatment of various infectious diseases of the genital organs in both women and men. The drug consists of several active substances - taurine, recombinant human interferon alpha and anestezin.
Chlamydia suppositories can also be used by patients to treat genital herpes, gardnerellosis, vaginal candidiasis, mycoplasmosis, trichomoniasis and ureaplasmosis. Doctors do not recommend suppositories to use:
- if hypersensitivity to any component of the suppository has been noticed;
- if the patient does not suffer from allergic and autoimmune diseases, which are in the phase of acute exacerbation.
Side effects
A negative reaction of the body with an overdose or with high sensitivity to suppositories from chlamydia is quite rare, only in 1% of cases of their use. Side effects are manifested in the form of the following reaction:
- itchy sensations in the vagina;
- copious discharge;
- burning of the genital mucosa;
- redness of the skin.
Please note that all of the above symptoms disappear within 3 days after stopping the use of vaginal and rectal suppositories. To avoid the occurrence of a negative reaction, you should adhere to the doctor's prescriptions.
After treatment for chlamydia
After men and women after undergoing treatment for chlamydia with vaginal and rectal suppositories, a second examination is indicated. Within 2-3 weeks after antibiotic treatment, it is necessary to pass tests, the results of which will help determine whether the therapy was effective. In the case when the pathogen in the body is not found, we can talk about recovery. In a different situation, doctors may prescribe a second treatment.
Interaction with other drugs
In most cases, chlamydia suppositories are compatible and combine well with almost all drugs that can be used to treat chlamydia. It can be antibiotics, immunomodulators and other types of drugs.
The use of interferons simultaneously with other antiviral or antimicrobial agents mutually enhances each other's effectiveness. In addition, the effect of interferons increases in combination with tocopherol or ascorbic acid.
Reviews
What candles with chlamydia can be used, only a qualified doctor will tell you after studying the results of laboratory tests. Self-treatment can not only harm the body, but also cause the development of pathologies, which are difficult to get rid of in the future.
If you analyze reviews of suppositories from chlamydia, then they are usually positive. Many people in no case recommend interrupting the treatment prescribed by a doctor and do not replace the dosages and drugs themselves, as they may be less effective.
To prevent the candles from flowing out after softening them, the patient is recommended to lie on his back and in such a position that it is possible to enter the suppository as deep as possible. Conduct in this position should be at least half an hour. If the candle is not inserted correctly, it can leak out even before it is completely absorbed into the mucous membranes.
Suppositories for the treatment of chlamydia are an indispensable method of eliminating infection. They rarely cause side effects and have virtually no limitations in use. The course of treatment is determined by the doctor individually. However, it is worth remembering that chlamydia is a serious disease that requires long-term therapy.