In the article, we consider the instructions for use and reviews for the Neo-Penotran candles.
It would be wrong to consider thrush only a female disease, since it is not necessarily localized on the genitals of a woman. Pathology can occur on almost every mucous membrane, in some cases even on the epidermis. When thrush affects the external genitalia, the best way to get rid of it will be local action through vaginal suppositories.
One such drug is Neo-Penotran. It is produced in Germany and imported into our country, has gained popularity, as the probability of thrush is quite high, and sometimes it is quite difficult to recover from it. The acute form may not disappear, but become a chronic process that is proceeding sluggishly.
Reviews about "Neo-Penotran" are abundant.
The composition of the drug
The chemical formula of vaginal suppositories harmoniously combines two substances - miconazole nitrate and metronidazole. The first component is characterized by enhanced activity against fungi. The second synthetic ingredient produces a violation of the integrity of the bacterial membranes and protozoa, causing massive damage to them, invisibly removing from the human body. Thus, "Neo-Penotrana" is a combination drug that can cope with various sexual infections, is widely used in modern gynecology. Also, the chemical composition of the product is supplemented by a substance such as vitepsol, an auxiliary component that enhances the therapeutic effect and accelerates the natural process of normalizing the state of the body.
Reviews of candles "Neo-Penotran" are mostly positive.
Indications for use
The effect of vaginal suppositories is instantaneous, but they should be used only for medical reasons. It is very important how to eliminate the symptoms of the disease, and timely diagnose their cause. Only in this case, the prescribed dose will allow the patient to experience the long-awaited feeling of relief in the shortest possible time. Thus, Neo-Penotran is used topically for the following diseases: anaerobic vaginosis; trichomonas vulvovaginitis; vaginal candidiasis; vaginal mixed infections; bacterial vaginosis; gardnerellosis vaginitis; nonspecific vaginitis.
Reviews of Neo-Penotran during pregnancy are presented below.
"Neo-Penotran" during pregnancy
The main unpleasant feature of thrush is that it often occurs not because of infection from your partner, but because of a weakened immune system. Many patients in the first trimester of pregnancy have concomitant candidiasis. The weakening of the body's defenses in such a period is a natural process. A side effect is the propagation of Candida colonies.
But when carrying a baby, treatment may not be carried out with all drugs. The use of some of them is possible only with the formation of the placental barrier. Some of them are completely undesirable during pregnancy and the lactation period.
The instructions for use say that "Neo-Penotran" can affect the development of the internal organs of the baby in the womb, if a pregnant patient takes it in the first trimester. The rest of the time, the use of the drug should be made only on medical advice.
When breastfeeding a baby, it is necessary to take a break for 1-2 days until the drug is taken out by the body, since it enters the milk in large quantities. Therefore, it is quite possible to be treated with the drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but with some limitations.
It is better to familiarize yourself with the reviews about the Neo-Penotran candles in advance.
Use in other cases
For what reasons do women develop thrush? Her fault is often the notorious weakening of the immune system, which leads to uncontrolled propagation of Candida fungi. Microorganisms actively spread when nothing suppresses them. This happens in the following cases:
- after illness;
- with the development of simultaneously a chronic infection;
- when using antibiotics that treat other infections (including local drugs).
When such a feature was noted - the appearance of thrush after taking antibiotics - Neo-Penotran will be an excellent assistant in this situation. The drug has an extensive spectrum of influence and copes well with numerous genital infections and at the same time inhibits candidiasis pathogens.
According to the instructions and reviews, the Neo-Penotran candles are very effective.
Suppositories are a new generation of drugs. Their wide range of actions has made them popular. Candles are effective against:
- candidiasis infection;
- nonspecific vaginitis and vulvitis;
- bacterial vaginosis;
- urogenital trichomoniasis.
Reviews on the use of Neo-Penotran are of interest to many.
Drug treatment before diagnosis
Any woman wants to immediately get rid of such unpleasant symptoms as itching and burning. However, a certain amount of time is required to clarify the diagnosis. Immediate treatment with a broad spectrum of drug is an excellent way out of this situation. The most important thing is to strictly follow the instructions for use, which refers to side effects, the pattern of use for thrush and contraindications.
There is another type of drug that is prescribed for severe burning and other pain associated with candidiasis - "Neo-Penotran Forte L". The letter "L" means that the drug also has a popular and very effective anesthetic lidocaine. It is usually used by surgeons as an anesthetic. By itself, this component is much cleaner than novocaine, but in some people it can cause allergic reactions. In this case, it will be necessary to limit the drug without lidocaine.
Other components that are included in the medication can also act as allergens. Suppositories from inflammatory pathologies and thrush Neo-Penotran have miconazole nitrate and metronidazole as active substances.
In addition, the instructions for use describe all the auxiliary elements, the patient can understand if he has an allergic reaction to one of them. If the body perceives these components normally, then suppositories can be used without fear. If there is intolerance to at least one substance from the list, it is better to replace the drug with an analogue in which the allergen is not contained.
According to reviews, Neo-Penotran from thrush quickly helps.
Use pattern
You can not say that suppositories are injected into the vagina, but it must be said that in the package with the medicine there are special fingertips worn before using candles.
The drug is used before bedtime, you will have to do this for at least a week. If there are no improvements during this period, the course should be increased to fourteen days. The therapeutic regimen of the drug does not change during pregnancy.
Why do women choose Neo-Penotran after the placenta has formed? The drug in this case does not penetrate the fetus through the vagina, since the uterus is closed tightly with a mucous plug. However, he could easily get into the bloodstream of the fetus through the blood, if he did not have such a strong filter as the placenta barrier.
The course of therapy for thrush must be completed, as the disease tends to recur. No matter how much a woman is treated, with an interrupted course after the first improvement, she will not be able to get rid of candidiasis of secondary characters.
Before using Neo-Penotran, you must carefully read the instructions and determine whether there are any contraindications to taking the drug.
"Neo-Penotran" during menstruation
Opinions of people on a given topic are rather controversial. Suppositories during menstruation are not prohibited, however, experts still advise their patients to wait until the vaginal discharge stops, and then begin treatment. If menstruation appeared during intensive care, do not stop using candles. It is better to talk with the doctor about the appropriateness of use during critical days.
"Neo-Penotran" with mixed infection
It happens that all the signs of thrush are present, but it is provoked by a completely different disease. If the pathology is infectious, then you need to immediately treat both partners, and not just the woman. Only in this case, the therapy will be successful.
In this case, the prescription of the drug is not necessary to change, since Neo-Penotran acts in relation to numerous bacteria and therefore is prescribed immediately (while the patient’s analyzes are deciphered). While the disease will be studied in detail, the manifestations of thrush can already be cured, which will significantly change the life of a woman in need of medical care.
Contraindications
If there are burning sensations and specific vaginal discharge, patients often begin self-medication. However, this can not be done, especially since suppositories differ in a number of contraindications. Before the appointment, the specialist will diagnose, therefore, a doctor’s consultation is required before intravaginal use of the drug. As contraindications to the use of vaginal suppositories are:
- sensitivity to synthetic substances of candles;
- first trimester of pregnancy;
- major damage to the organs of the nervous system;
- virginity;
- porphyria;
- simultaneous use with alcohol;
- hepatic dysfunction;
- age up to 14 years;
- epilepsy;
- lactation.
Side effects
Side effects are listed in the instructions. According to reviews of Neo-Penotran, the following symptoms may be observed at the very beginning of a therapeutic course:
- Gastrointestinal tract: dry mouth, severe dyspepsia, loss of appetite, vomiting and nausea.
- Skin integument: redness and irritation of the vaginal mucosa, burning and itching, discomfort.
- Organs of the nervous system: irritability, migraine, dizziness, peripheral edema, convulsions, ataxia.
- Hematopoietic organs: leukopenia; skin integument: local allergic reactions on the upper epidermal layer; this is confirmed by the instructions for use and reviews of Neo-Penotran.
Overdose
There is no evidence of an overdose with intravaginal use. But when introduced into the vagina, the active component can be absorbed in such quantities that are sufficient for the appearance of systemic effects.
An overdose has the following symptoms: vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, metallic taste in the mouth, abdominal pain, ataxia, generalized itching, dizziness, cramps, paresthesias, peripheral neuropathy, dark urine, and leukopenia.
There is no special antidote. Supportive and symptomatic treatment is required.
So it is said in the instructions to the Neo-Penotran. Reviews are presented at the end of the article.
Drug Interactions
When taken simultaneously with drugs with lithium salts, the toxic effect of lithium increases. With "Phenobarbital" - a decrease in plasma concentration of metronidazole. Alcohol causes disulfiram-like phenomena. "Astemizole" helps to increase the content of astemizole in the blood, inhibits its decay. "Cimetidine" causes nervous disorders. "Disulfiram" - the appearance of neurotic conditions and psychoses.
First of all, the doctor should be thinking about drug compatibility, whose duty is to find out from the patient whether she is taking any drugs at the same time.
Reviews
Neo Penotran has quite a few advantages, the disadvantage is the limitations on compatibility with other drugs and its use during pregnancy. Side effects may also occur. In this situation, suppositories should be replaced, but the doctor should note that the patient has individual intolerance.
Women say in reviews of Neo-Penotran that candles can sometimes cause local irritation in the form of itching and burning. But from thrush, the drug helps quickly.
According to reviews, Neo-Penotran suppositories are completely safe during pregnancy, but only if you follow all the doctor’s recommendations. The tool can not be used in the first trimester.