Every pharmacist and doctor knows the popular Hexicon drug these days. The basis of this tool is chlorhexidine bigluconate, which is very effective in combating many types of bacteria: with herpes viruses, simple bacteria, gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
Hexicon is available in several forms: for external and local use - Hexicon gel, the instruction for which describes all the properties of the drug, a solution in the form of a solution that is applied externally and vaginal suppositories.
What is the main advantage of the drug?
Firstly, "Hexicon" is highly active in the presence of pus and blood. Secondly, it remains on the epidermis for a long time, which contributes to a good bactericidal effect. Thirdly, he has almost no contraindications.
Application
"Hexicon" solution must be used externally:
- in the prevention and treatment of certain sexually transmitted diseases (genital herpes, syphilis, trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis);
- in the treatment of urethroprostatitis and urethritis;
- during disinfection of burn surfaces and wounds;
- in the treatment of skin infections;
- with damage to the mucous membranes;
- with stomatitis, gingivitis, periodontitis, aphthae, alveolitis (rinsing and applications).
The gel is used for external and local application:
- treatment of various skin infections;
- treatment of gingivitis, stomatitis, aphthae, periodontitis, alveolitis;
- treatment of balanoposthitis and balanitis;
- treatment of vulvovaginitis.
Candles:
- Prevention and treatment of certain sexually transmitted diseases (gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, etc.).
- "Hexicon" is very effective for thrush;
- treatment of vaginitis and endocervicitis;
- use before treatment of various gynecological diseases;
- as a preventive measure, it is possible to use the drug immediately before childbirth;
- use before intrauterine studies.
Contraindications
Do not use the medicine if the patient has:
- Hypersensitivity to certain components of the drug;
- dermatitis;
- childhood. It is necessary to use with caution and only candles of 0.008 g;
There are no contraindications to the use of this drug during pregnancy.
Side effects
In some cases, when taking the drug, it may happen:
- rare allergic reactions;
- itching;
- when rinsing the oral cavity - a violation of taste, possibly even staining tooth enamel;
- dry skin.
Drug dosage
In case of skin lesions, the Hexicon solution should be used in the form of irrigation, lotions or rinses of the affected parts. Apply to the affected surface about 10 ml, leaving only 3 minutes. and repeating the procedure about 2-3 times a day. In the treatment of urethritis and urethroprostatitis, 3 ml of the solution must be injected into the urethra for 9-10 days. The procedure is repeated about 2 times a day. In the prevention of sexual diseases, women should use 1 suppository no later than 2 hours after the end of sexual intercourse. Men need to inject 3 ml of the solution into the urethra. In the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, 1 suppository should be used 2 times a day (about a week or 10 days). If necessary, the course can be extended up to 20 days.
"Hexicon" with thrush - a means of prevention and treatment
Often women are faced with one of the most unpleasant ailments - with thrush. There are many drugs that are used to treat this disease. One such drug is Hexicon. He effectively fights the cause of this ailment.
"Hexicon" in thrush is used very often due to its high efficiency. Thanks to it, the activity of Candida fungi is suppressed, the vaginal microflora is normalized, inflammation and swelling are relieved. Since the drug has a local effect, its use is possible during pregnancy and lactation.
Dosage for thrush:
- applying the gel to the affected surface for a week or 10 days 3 times in one day;
- the use of candles 2 times every day (5 or 10 days);
- douching, solution applications 2 times a day. So it’s worth doing 7 or 10 days.
Do not forget that "Hexicon" for thrush should be used in consultation with a doctor.