What treatment for thrush can be called the most convenient and at the same time effective? Of course, candles. This method of local therapy is suitable even for pregnant women! The effectiveness of suppositories is due to the fact that the active antifungal substance penetrates directly into the mucous membrane. The causative agent is destroyed, the inflammation goes away, and the symptoms are reduced. We offer you an overview of the most popular candles from thrush. The list is made taking into account the recommendations of doctors, pricing policies and, of course, consumer reviews.
What is thrush?
Before we move on to a review of effective suppositories for thrush, we suggest that you learn more about the disease, also known as vaginal candidiasis. Its reason is the active reproduction of yeast-like fungi. The disease affects the mucous membranes of the genitals. According to statistics, three out of four women have experienced this problem at least once in their lives, and relapse occurred in more than 50% of respondents! By the way, there is an opinion that this disease is transmitted sexually, but gynecologists say: thrush is absolutely not associated with the presence or absence of a woman's sex life.
What symptoms are characteristic for thrush? First of all, it is incredible discomfort: itching, unpleasant discharge, a burning sensation. Urination becomes painful, however, like sexual intercourse. In order to cure candidiasis, you need to see a specialist, only a doctor can establish the true cause and choose the appropriate therapy.
Treatment methods
To date, the pharmaceutical industry offers women a huge assortment of antifungal drugs that can fight thrush. These are tablets that doctors usually prescribe for severe forms and the chronic course of the disease, and suppositories for topical use. What are the best suppositories for thrush? The answer to this question is simple: with candidiasis, those drugs will be suitable for which the fungus that affects the body will be sensitive. This can be determined using bacterial culture. Please note: chronic or often relapsing forms may respond worse to treatment. And independent treatment can cause a violation of the vaginal microflora. By the way, gynecologists call a clinical recovery the absence of fungi according to laboratory data for three consecutive months. Treatment is necessary for both partners at the same time. The thing is that in a man this disease is often asymptomatic, but at the same time he remains a carrier.
Rules for using candles
The first thing to do during therapy is to abandon sexual intercourse, in the event that this is inevitable, condoms must be used. It is necessary to introduce candles at night, this will improve the absorption of the drug. It is also important to analyze the causes of the disease, of course, this must be done together with the doctor. The thing is that until the provoking factors are eliminated, candidiasis will occur again and again. Please note: thrush often indicates the presence of other infections in the body, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, or trichomoniasis. The presence of bacterial vaginosis or gardnerellosis is not ruled out.
It is forbidden to use candles during menstruation. In addition, in the process of treatment should be abandoned tight underwear made of synthetic materials, scented pads and toilet paper. Do not use intimate care products containing perfumes. It is important to observe the rules of intimate hygiene, change underwear and towels every day.
Price quality
In this category, we collected those candles with thrush that have established themselves as the most effective. It:
- "Macmirror complex."
- Betadine.
- Zalain.
The reasonably high price is offset by an incredibly fast removal of unpleasant symptoms and a long-lasting result of action. Antifungal effects are confirmed by reviews of women about these suppositories.
"Macmirror complex"
The cost of this drug ranges from 760 to 850 rubles. Manufacturer - Italy. Macmirror has a wide range of effects. These suppositories are a combined drug that has not only antifungal, but also antibacterial and antiprotozoal effects. All candles (and there are 8 in the package) are covered with a special shell. That is, after their guidance, the hands will remain clean. Among the advantages of women, they note the high effectiveness of the drug, the fact that they are allowed during pregnancy. However, even the most effective suppositories from thrush have disadvantages. As for this particular drug, consumers call the high cost and the possibility of leakage.
No particular side effects were observed in this drug. However, there is a likelihood of allergic reactions that manifest as a skin rash. Among the contraindications is hypersensitivity to the active components that make up the drug.
Betadine
This drug, produced in Hungary, costs almost half the price of the previous one. But this does not mean that it is less effective. Candles called Betadine, according to a user survey, top the list of the most effective suppositories. The active substance that is part of the drug - povidone-iodine - has a disinfectant and antiseptic effect. However, this is not the only advantage! Women also note that this drug is allowed in the first trimester of pregnancy. One package is enough for the full course of treatment of candidiasis. However, like the Macmirror Complex, Betadine is leaking and can stain clothes. It's all about a large amount of oil, which is part of the candles.
You should not use these suppositories if you are allergic to iodine or thyroid damage. In general, this remedy is usually well tolerated, but it can cause local irritation. It is extremely rare that it passes into skin dermatitis. It is important to know that "Betadine" kills sperm, and therefore it is not recommended to use it for a planned pregnancy.
Zalain
Another drug from Hungary under the title "Zalain" will cost a little more. The average cost is 560 rubles. According to reviews, candles from thrush have one very important advantage: the package contains one candle, which is enough to eliminate all unpleasant symptoms and forget about them for a long time. The secret of the drug is simple: it contains a fundamentally new molecule of sertaconazole, which prevents relapse of thrush. How do Zalain candles work? Everything is very simple: the triple mechanism of their action instantly stops the growth of the fungus, prevents its penetration into the mucous membranes, not allowing it to go into a pathogenic form. By the way, these are one of the few candles allowed during critical days. The only drawback of the drug is its high cost.
Among the side effects, women note burning and itching. These symptoms do not require drug withdrawal! Most often, they testify to the effectiveness of candles. Allergic reactions are rare, but still possible. Their cause is the individual intolerance of one of the components.
Cheap and cheerful: the best inexpensive candles from thrush
Relapse of candidiasis can provoke a decrease in immunity, hormonal failure, and the use of antibiotics. Effective for this disease can be inexpensive suppositories, which not only destroy fungi, but also restore microflora. In this category, we collected the funds that are most in demand among women:
- Mikozhinaks.
- "Nystatin."
- Hexicon.
- "Clotrimazole".
Their obvious plus is their low price, and besides, they quickly relieve the burning sensation that bothers with thrush. Women note: the drugs listed below significantly reduce discharge and quickly stop the pain when urinating.
Mikozhinaks
Within three hundred rubles are candles "Mikozhinaks." These suppositories with thrush include four active ingredients. These are nystatin, metronidazole, dexamethasone acetate, chloramphenicol. The antibiotic nystatin eliminates the microorganisms that provoke candidiasis. Dexamethasone has an anti-inflammatory effect on the body. It is worth noting that Mikozhinaks is actively used for preventive purposes: for medical reasons, it is used before various gynecological diseases, before childbirth, before and after the installation of the intrauterine device. The course of treatment is 10-12 days, the tablet before administration must be kept in water for about half a minute. Like other suppositories, Mikozhinaks is best used before bedtime.
Experts warn: it is forbidden to take medicines that contain ethyl alcohol, and it is forbidden to drink strong drinks during treatment with this drug. You can drink something alcoholic only a day after the introduction of the last vaginal tablet! Speaking of side effects, it is worth noting the possibility of the occurrence of such reactions as itching and irritation of the mucosa. Burning and pain are not excluded.
Nystatin
Produced in Russia, "Nystatin" will cost an average of 80 rubles. According to the reviews of women, these candles from thrush are inexpensive and effective. The advantages include a targeted action, a very quick relief from the symptoms of the disease. However, this drug can be addictive, which means that in the future, "Nystatin" may be less effective. Another disadvantage is that the Nystatin suppository is an antibiotic, and therefore categorically prohibited during pregnancy.
Any side effects of this drug are extremely rare, in addition, they are reversible. Possible slight fever, chills, irritation, and itching. In such situations, simply replace Nystatin with another drug.
Hexicon
Among the best inexpensive candles from thrush vaginal tablets "Hexicon". Their cost is about 300 rubles, while the drug is an excellent antiseptic that can get rid of bacteria - both gram-positive and gram-negative, various viruses and fungi. True, they deal with the latter a little worse: many users note that the effect is only during the use of these suppositories. After the course of treatment, which is 10 days, passes, the symptomatology reappears, more often than before. The advantages of the drug "Hexicon" include the fact that it is allowed during pregnancy, allows you to quickly get rid of the initial form of thrush.
The drug can cause dermatitis and dry skin. Allergic reactions are not excluded. However, all side effects disappear after the cancellation of these cheap candles from thrush. And redness and a slight burning sensation usually disturb only in the first minutes of the procedure.
"Clotrimazole"
Looking for cheap and effective candles from thrush? We advise you to pay attention to the drug called "Clotrimazole". It will cost you only 12 rubles! Despite such a low price, vaginal tablets demonstrate amazing effectiveness: gynecologists prescribe them not only for candidiasis, but also for trichomonas vaginitis. Often they are used for preventive purposes before various gynecological manipulations. The main advantage is the absence of leakage. However, introducing them is much more difficult than classic candles. In addition to the difficulty of administration, among the shortcomings of the woman, the impossibility of using this drug during menstruation is noted.
Among the side effects of these suppositories with thrush, women emit burning sensation, swelling of the mucous membrane, pain during intercourse. Hyperemia is possible, urination is often frequent.
Suppositories that can be used during pregnancy
Special attention should be paid to drugs that can be used during pregnancy. The list of candles from thrush allowed for use by expectant mothers is small, but it’s good that they even exist. After all, any problems in this period not only deserve close attention, but also require urgent treatment. Often candidiasis becomes the first sign of an interesting situation: the whole point is that this is how a woman’s body reacts to perestroika. It also happens that the thrush persecutes for nine months. However, not all suppositories can be used for treatment. With thrush, the following drugs are acceptable:
- Livarol.
- Terzhinan.
- Pimafucin.
Briefly dwell on each drug.
Livarol
Do you need a tool that is completely safe for both mom and the unborn baby? Experts recommend the drug produced in Russia "Livarol". Its average price is 480 rubles. Users say: "Livarol" is the best remedy for thrush, because it has a fungistatic and fungicidal effect. In the first minutes of applying suppositories, itching disappears, the pain subsides. Allocations cease after one use. In this case, the result is saved for a long time. Livarol poses no threat to the future mother or child. Among other things, it is very easy to remove from the packaging. But in addition to the pros, this medication has drawbacks. These include a high probability of leakage and high cost. Side effects: redness of the mucosa, severe itching and burning. Sometimes urticaria occurs, pinkish discharge appears. In rare cases, nausea occurs. At the same time, the intake of alcoholic beverages does not affect the effectiveness of suppositories.
Terzhinan
What candles from thrush are suitable for pregnant women? Gynecologists prescribe for women who are in an interesting position, a French drug, the average cost of which is 380 rubles. The advantages of this tool include its high effectiveness, safety and fairly quick elimination of disturbing symptoms. According to reviews, a positive result can be seen after the first application. The tool is combined, it has not only an antifungal effect, but also has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antiprotozoal effects.
This drug is prescribed not only for a disease caused by fungi, but also for bacterial and mixed vaginitis, for the prevention of various urogenital infections. However, it was not without drawbacks, and they include the need for soaking suppositories before use, as well as unpleasant sensations when entering. As for the side effects, according to the instructions, suppositories with “Terzhinan” thrush at the very beginning of therapy can cause allergic reactions, itching and irritation.
Pimafucin
Among the most effective suppositories for thrush during pregnancy is a remedy called Pimafucin. It will cost about 270 rubles, for the money you get vaginal suppositories that have antifungal and fungicidal effects. Gynecologists prescribe this drug for diseases such as thrush, vaginitis, vulvitis and vulvovaginitis. In their reviews of these suppositories, women note: the symptoms of candidiasis completely disappear within 3 days. Immediately after administration, Pimafucin, under the influence of body temperature, acquires a dense foamy consistency, which ensures uniform distribution. It is also important that this drug practically does not follow.
Perhaps the only drawback is the high cost. According to medical studies, in patients using Pimafucin suppositories, no side effects were observed. Very rarely there is a burning sensation or itching, redness. Please note: alcohol should be discarded during treatment.