Candles "Neo-penotran" in their composition have an antibiotic and antifungal agents, so they have antimicrobial, antiprotozoal and fungicidal effects. Metronidazole and miconazole are the main components that make up the drug "Neo-penotran candles." An analogue of the indicated drug is "Klion-D 100".
Metronidazole has an antifungal effect and effectively fights protozoa. After the interaction of this substance with proteins, the DNA of microorganisms is destroyed, since the synthesis of nucleic acids is inhibited . It is effective in eradicating most protozoa that cause vaginal infections.
Candles "Neo-penotran" in their composition also have miconazole, which has a fungicidal effect. This component causes a violation of the synthesis of components of fungal cells, which leads to their death. Miconazole is effective against pathogenic fungi, and it also has some bacteriostatic effect against gram-positive microorganisms.
During intravaginal administration, a little metronidazole enters the systemic circulation, after which it is excreted in the urine for 7-12 hours, and miconazole is not detected in the blood.
Candles "Neo-penotran" - indications for use
The specified drug is used in local therapy of trichomonas, as well as bacterial vaginitis, vaginal infections caused by fungi or mixed flora, which is sensitive to the components of this drug.
Mode of application
The duration of the course of treatment, as well as the dose of the drug are selected by a specialist in each case individually. Usually they take one suppository per day, preferably at night, while it is necessary to place it as deep as possible in the vagina. The full course of treatment with this drug is 14 days.
In some cases, to obtain a faster result, the doctor may prescribe Neo-Penotran suppositories 2 times a day. But recall that they need to be taken only after consultation and examination with the appropriate specialist. This medication regimen lasts seven days 7 days.
During the administration of the drug, it is best to use a special cap that is worn on the finger. The use of Neo-Penotran suppositories for the elderly does not require dose adjustment.
Side effects when using "Neo-penotran"
Some patients may have local side effects, while systemic ones are extremely rare. Among the common reactions, the appearance of burning, itching, hyperemia of the mucous membrane of the perineum and vagina should be noted. If there are vaginal infections, then on the first and third day of taking the drug, irritation may intensify. But all these symptoms pass very quickly, if they are pronounced, then you should stop taking the drug.
Among the systemic side effects, dizziness, headache, ataxia, and increased irritability are most common. Nausea and vomiting can also occur, stool disorders, as well as pain in the epigastric region, increased activity of liver enzymes or disturbances in taste sensations.
Candles "Neo-penotran" during pregnancy is not recommended, especially in its first trimester, in the future they are prescribed only in cases of emergency, and admission is carried out exclusively under the supervision of a doctor. During lactation when taking Neo-Penotran, breastfeeding should be stopped and it can only be restored two days after the last time the drug was taken.
The use of "Neo-penotran" is contraindicated in epilepsy, severe liver diseases and for the treatment of children.