"Tantum Rose" is a medicine that is part of the indazolium group of anti-inflammatory non-steroidal drugs. It has an analgesic effect. Eliminates exudate. The drug is actively used in gynecology in the form of a solution. In addition, it is used as a preventive measure and as a hygiene product. Analogues of "Tantum Roses" should be selected by a doctor.
Indications
The drug is prescribed for the treatment of gynecological pathologies and inflammatory processes, such as:
- vaginal gardnerellosis due to a sharp increase in anaerobic pathogens and a decrease in lactoflora;
- inflammation of the vaginal mucosa and vulva of various origins;
- diseases associated with the treatment of cancer processes;
- thrush;
- cervicitis;
- prevention of the appearance of infection both before surgery and after;
- hygiene procedures during childbirth.
Composition and shape
Dosage forms of this drug:
- vaginal solution: has a characteristic aroma of roses, colorless, transparent (in polyethylene containers of 140 milliliters, five bottles in a cardboard bundle, cannula and nozzle included);
- powder for the manufacture of a vaginal solution: homogeneous white granules, there are no foreign lumps and particles (9.44 grams in paper and polypropylene sachets, ten sachets in a cardboard pack), each pack also includes instructions for using the drug.
The composition of one milliliter of vaginal solution: the active component is benzidamine hydrochloride; additional ingredients: rose oil, trimethylacetyl ammonium-para-toluenesulfonate, polysorbate 20, purified water, ethanol 96%.
Powder sachet contains: active ingredient - benzidamine hydrochloride; additional substances: sodium chloride, trimethylacetyl ammonium-para-toluenesulfonate, povidone.
Analogues of "Tantum Roses" can be purchased at any pharmacy.
How to apply?
The bottle should be heated a little before use in a water bath. A place should be prepared where douching will be carried out, since there is a lot of fluid, it is injected in a prone position. It is advisable to make manipulations on oilcloth or impermeable fabric. After entering the cavity of the solution, it is necessary to lie down for another twenty minutes.
In the postpartum period, to accelerate tissue regeneration, the drug is prescribed once a day to irrigate intimate organs. The course of prevention is 72 hours.
If there is inflammation of the genitals, the solution must be administered for ten days twice a day.
What are the analogues of Tantum Roses? The medication can be replaced with Phytostimulin, Bifidumbacterin, Hexicon, Polygynax, and others. Consider these tools in more detail.
"Fitostimulin"
This is an analogue of "Tantum Roses" for douching.
Indications: dystrophic and inflammatory diseases of a woman’s genitals - restoration after erosion, specific vulvovaginitis, pseudo-erosion of the mucous membrane, state of the body after coagulating treatment, dystrophic changes in the mucosa in menopause; comprehensive postoperative and preoperative prophylaxis in the field of gynecological surgery, the creation of personal hygiene during puberty.
Available as:
- vaginal suppositories: administered deeply, intravaginally, 1-2 times a day, one suppository;
- solution for douching: in the supine position, intravaginally, 1-2 times a day;
- vaginal cream: intravaginally, 1-2 times a day (via a single-use applicator).
"Bifidumbacterin"
It is produced in dry form in ampoules and in bottles, in powder, which is found in bags of laminated foil.
Indications for the analogue of the Tantum Rose solution are as follows: sanitation of a woman's genital tract with senile and bacterial colpitis, preparation of pregnant women at risk with a defect in the purity of vaginal secretion to the third or fourth degree before delivery as a prophylaxis of mastitis during breastfeeding (in women at risk).
In the form of an adjuvant in the treatment of urogenital infections and other sexually transmitted diseases; against urogenital herpes; against urogenital chlamydia; against gonorrhea.
Using this analogue of the Tantum Rose syringing solution in gynecology: an intravaginal swab is added, well moistened in a solution of the product (the contents of two bags in 15-20 milliliters of boiled water, cooled to room temperature are dissolved) for two to three hours. The course lasts from 8 to 10 days.
Hexicon
This is another analogue of Tantum Roses.
Vaginal suppositories “Hexicon” are among the local antiseptic drugs. As an active component, they contain chlorhexidine bigluconate (in each candle eight or sixteen milligrams), which is active against the simplest gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
The drug is an emergency aid in protecting against infections of the reproductive system. "Hexicon" is used for preventive and therapeutic purposes. One candle is enough to reduce the risk of infection with a number of unpleasant diseases: genital herpes, ureaplasmosis, trichomoniasis, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, bacterial vaginosis.
For therapeutic purposes, suppositories are administered deep into the vagina twice a day - one suppository in the morning and evening. The duration of the procedure is from a week to ten days (two packages will be required). This period in some cases is extended to twenty days.
It is used as a prophylaxis if candles are inserted after sexual intercourse without protection. The procedure is performed within two hours. Such a measure does not guarantee absolute disinfection and can be carried out only in case of emergency.
Many want to find analogues cheaper than Tantum Rose.
Polygynax
The drug "Polygynax" is a drug popular in gynecological practice, which has fungicidal and antibacterial properties. The effectiveness of nystatin and polymyxin, which are part of the medication, is confirmed by clinical studies in the treatment of cervicitis, colpitis and other infectious pathologies of mixed origin. Instructions for use in the field of gynecology also indicate the rational use of suppositories for the prevention of secondary infection of the female genital tract during hormonal imbalances and after surgery.
Polygynax is a local remedy: in order to achieve the maximum effect, doctors advise to inject suppositories deep into the vagina, taking a body position that is convenient for the procedure. It is advisable to carry it out before bedtime to avoid the release of the drug from the vagina.
Suppositories "Polygynax" are used in a short course. For preventive purposes, the drug is used no more than six days. If the therapeutic course falls at the beginning of critical days, treatment is done without interruption. With infectious pathologies of the cervical canal and vagina, suppositories are administered for at least twelve days.
If Polygynax is taken systematically, this allows you to eliminate a number of unpleasant signs, such as blood flow, purulent discharge, vaginal itching, whitening, burning, pain, hyperemia and an unpleasant odor.
Reviews
About "Tantum Rose" speak mostly positively. Most commonly noted are safety, availability and effectiveness. It is taken into account that the drug does not stain clothes, can be used at home and does not provoke side effects. In some cases, combination therapy is needed. Women sometimes report a lack of therapeutic effect or a slow effect.
Reviews of analogues of Tantum Rose powder and solution are also mostly positive. Cases of side effects indicate intolerance to these funds. Making a replacement yourself is not recommended.