Vaginal infections are a common problem for women, most often you can hear about thrush, which is treated for a long time and causes a lot of trouble to its "owner". Gynecologists treat candidiasis in different ways, among topical preparations there are Betadine suppositories, reviews of which can be either positive or negative. Why does one woman help this remedy perfectly, but others do not like it at all? Let's figure it out.
Betadine candles, instructions
Iodine-based products, which include Betadine suppositories, have an antiseptic effect. They have a detrimental effect not only on bacteria, but also on viruses with fungi. Iodine affects the proteins that make up microorganisms, as a result of which they die or lose their activity. The prolonged antibacterial effect of suppositories is due to the fact that the active substance is released gradually. Most bacteria die just one minute after contact with iodine, as a result of this interaction, it loses color.
It is known that candles have an irritating property, however, they contain the substance polyvinylpyrrolidone, which blocks this property.
Long-term use of the drug can lead to an increase in the concentration of the active substance in the blood (iodine), to normal levels, these figures decrease 10-15 days after the end of treatment.
Betadine candles, indications for use
This drug is prescribed for inflammation of the vagina of various etiologies, trichomoniasis (in combination with other medicinal substances), as well as fungal diseases of the vagina while taking hormones or antibiotics.
In obstetrics and gynecology, such candles are used for disinfection before surgery or diagnostic procedures in the genital area.
It is necessary to introduce suppositories into the vagina in a moistened form, during their use it is advisable to protect the laundry with a gasket, as brown contents may leak out.
The use of Betadine suppositories during menstruation is allowed. The maximum daily amount is 2 pieces, the course of treatment is on average up to 7 days.
Betadine suppositories , contraindications and side effects
All undesirable reactions after applying the suppository are associated with an allergy to the active substance - iodine.
Perhaps swelling of the vaginal mucosa, the appearance of a rash and itching.
Anaphylactic shock (a rare side effect) can occur due to an increase in iodine concentration in the body.
It is contraindicated to use Betadine suppositories, reviews of which are controversial, with thyrotoxicosis, thyroid adenoma, dermatitis, and impaired renal function. It is not recommended to combine the drug with procedures during which radioactive iodine is used .
You can not use candles in the second and third trimester of pregnancy, during breastfeeding and in children up to a year. This is due to the ability of the active substance to cross the placenta into the fetus, which can lead to transient thyrotoxicosis. The same situation is observed when iodine enters the bloodstream of a child with breast milk.
Candles "Betadine", reviews
Many of those who used this tool were satisfied. True, suppositories in most cases were combined with other medicines.
Those who did not like the Betadin candles received negative reviews. There were mainly complaints of a burning sensation after the suppository was inserted into the vagina, as well as a brown discharge. One of the women complained of "lumps" from the genital tract within two days after using one candle. This reaction is not normal, it can indicate a burn of the mucous membrane, in this case, stop treatment and consult a doctor.
In general, the drug combines efficacy and affordability.