Now there are many drugs based on extracts of medicinal plants. Sometimes they are even more effective than synthetic drugs. Especially often, such herbal preparations are used externally. One of them are candles with belladonna. This plant is considered poisonous, but with the right dosage, its properties are healing. Therefore, such suppositories are very effective in hemorrhoids and some other similar pathologies.
general characteristics
Belladonna is called belladonna, also known as the “sleepy fool”. It contains alkaloids that act on the human nervous system. These are atropine, hyoscyamine, scopolamine. After discovering their healing properties, beladonna began to be used in medicine. Now most famous candles with belladonna. They are administered rectally and dissolve in the rectum. There, the active substances are absorbed into the blood. They block the conduction of nerve impulses, which helps to reduce pain.
In addition, the active components of the drug improve blood circulation and metabolic processes, relieve spasms of smooth muscles of internal organs. Belladonna can reduce the activity of endocrine glands, for example, salivary, bronchial, reduces the production of gastric juice and pancreatic enzymes.
In addition to the active substances, the composition of candles with belladonna includes auxiliary components. These are fats, starch, phenol, as well as salts of zinc and bismuth. These substances not only ensure the formation of the shape of the suppository and timely delivery of the active components, but also have an additional therapeutic effect. Some of them have painkillers, healing, astringent and antiseptic properties.
Indications for use
Preparations in the form of candles based on belladonna extract are quite popular. They are sold without a doctor’s prescription, but they are inexpensive - from 50 to 100 rubles. Despite the low cost, their use is quite effective. The following pathologies may be indications for this:
- hemorrhoids, rectal fissures;
- surgical removal of hemorrhoidal nodes;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract with cramping and pain;
- peptic ulcer of the stomach or duodenum;
- gastritis with high acidity;
- pathology of the gallbladder and biliary tract;
- cholelithiasis;
- renal or hepatic colic;
- urolithiasis disease;
- bradycardia;
- bronchial asthma.
Candles with belladonna from hemorrhoids
Most often, preparations containing belladonna extract are used to relieve pain in the presence of hemorrhoidal nodes or cracks in the rectum. Candles not only reduce pain, but also eliminate the causes of their appearance, as they relax smooth muscles, improve metabolic processes and destroy the infection. As a result, hemorrhoidal nodes resolve, inflammation decreases. In addition, candles with belladonna from hemorrhoids contribute to the healing of cracks and wounds. And the relaxation of the muscles of the walls of the rectum facilitates bowel movements, which prevents the appearance of new hemorrhoids.
The use of candles with belladonna extract in gynecology
The plant baladonna has long been known in folk medicine. It was often used for various female pathologies. After the appearance of candles with belladonna they began to be used in official medicine for the treatment of gynecological diseases. They are especially effective for relieving severe pain during menstruation. But they are also used in other cases:
- with endometriosis;
- inflammatory diseases of the appendages;
- erosion of the cervix.
Often also used candles with belladonna during pregnancy at the latest dates to prepare for childbirth. They prevent the occurrence of hemorrhoids and reduce pain. Before childbirth, candles help relax the muscles of the cervix, relieve irritability. But similar preparations are used at this time with caution and only as directed by a doctor. Using belladonna extract in the early stages can lead to a miscarriage.
Side effects
The belladonna plant is poisonous. It has a therapeutic effect only if used correctly. But even at the recommended dosage, suppositories with belladonna extract can cause side effects. Most often these are allergic reactions caused by intolerance to the components of the product.
But sometimes other negative phenomena also arise, which are associated with the belladonna’s ability to relax smooth muscles. First of all, this is a decrease in reaction speed and concentration. This must be taken into account when using the drug - it is undesirable to drive or operate complex mechanisms.
In addition, the following side effects may occur:
- diarrhea;
- headache;
- heart rate increase;
- dry mouth
- weakness;
- drowsiness or insomnia;
- visual impairment;
- constipation.
Usually, all these phenomena are not very pronounced, since it is difficult to far exceed the allowable dosage. All negative effects pass after discontinuation of the drug. But with a severe overdose, seizures, respiratory failure, vomiting, abdominal pain, hallucinations may occur, speech becomes incoherent. With prolonged use, the development of impotence, coronary heart disease, severe intoxication is possible.
Contraindications
Despite the fact that candles with belladonna is an external preparation, the active components of the plant are still absorbed into the blood. And since they have the ability to relax smooth muscles, not everyone can use them. The use of belladonna is contraindicated in such pathologies:
- ulcerative colitis;
- intestinal atony;
- intestinal obstruction;
- myasthenia gravis;
- during lactation;
- with pathologies of the prostate gland;
- atherosclerosis;
- arrhythmias;
- glaucoma
- elevated body temperature;
- violation of urination.
Do not use candles with belladonna extract also in the presence of individual intolerance or with the appearance of side effects. With caution, they are prescribed during pregnancy, hyperthyroidism, reflux esophagitis, high blood pressure. Children use belladonna is also contraindicated.
How to apply candles?
The drug is available in the form of conical shaped candles. They need to be inserted into the anal canal. Due to the nature of the composition, candles are stored in the refrigerator, and after removal from the packaging, it is necessary to use them for their intended purpose as quickly as possible, since they melt quickly. Before the introduction of the suppository, you need to empty the intestines, you can even use an enema to wash the anus with soap and water and dry it. The candle is inserted with clean hands as deep as possible into the rectum. After this, it is advisable to lie on your side for half an hour.
Sometimes it is permissible to administer a suppository without bowel movement, for example, if you need to relieve severe pain or relieve bowel movements. You can use no more than 10 candles per day, but usually 2-3 are enough. The course of treatment is 5-7 days, longer use of the drug is not recommended.
It is advisable to use candles with belladonna only after consulting a doctor, since when interacting with certain drugs, negative effects may occur. Belladonna extract can weaken the effect of certain hormonal drugs, anesthetics, and blood thinners. Incompatible preparations based on it with antidepressants, Caffeine, Proserin, Aminazine, and some other drugs.
Analogues of the drug
Ordinary cheap candles with belladonna extract, even without their own name, were very popular. They cost about 30 rubles per package, but are quite effective. Therefore, many are wondering why candles with belladonna from pharmacy disappeared. In fact, they are on sale, only released under a different name. These are the drugs Anuzol and Betiol.
Anuzol candles additionally have an astringent and drying effect due to the fact that zinc sulfate and xeroform are included in the composition. And the Betiol preparation contains ichthyol, which enhances the anti-inflammatory properties of belladonna.
In addition, with hemorrhoids and rectal fissures, other drugs in the form of suppositories can be used: Bezornil, Rutes, Proctozol, Hemorron, Posterizan and others. But the question of how to replace candles with belladonna should be decided only by the attending physician.
Usage Reviews
Most often, such suppositories are used for hemorrhoids. People note that already 10 minutes after the introduction of pain is reduced.
And after a course of treatment cracks heal, bleeding and painful cramps disappear. Many people only with these candles are saved from the appearance of hemorrhoidal nodes. Moreover, most patients note good tolerance and the absence of side effects. Some women use this drug to escape pain during menstruation. After all, it acts more gently than tablets, and does not negatively affect the stomach.