During pregnancy, the female body is weakened, and during this period it is very easy to catch an infection. The health of the future mother depends on the correct lifestyle, which will be the key to a successful pregnancy. But sometimes sores overtake unexpectedly. Almost every third pregnant woman faces a problem such as thrush and vaginitis.
So, you are at the next appointment with a gynecologist and you have heard the diagnosis of “vaginal candidiasis” or “candidal vaginitis”. Do not rush to panic. The doctor will prescribe treatment, and most likely it will be the Terzhinan vaginal suppositories. They will help to cure an unpleasant ailment and will not harm your baby. But the future mother always has a thousand and one questions. Let's take a closer look at the effectiveness and safety of this drug.
Safety is the main thing!
There are many developed medications aimed at combating inflammatory processes in the vagina. But not everyone will fit a pregnant woman. After all, some of them contain substances harmful to the fetus, and besides, they can penetrate the blood. Vaginal suppositories “Terzhinan” are not absorbed into the blood, but work at the local level. Namely, in the place of localization of the harmful bacteria (in the genital tract).
Candles "Terzhinan" is allowed to be used at any time when there is a need. Interestingly, they are used not only for treatment, but also for prevention. This is usually allowed if a woman has the birth canal flora not disinfected by pathogenic organisms. In addition, this drug is allowed during breastfeeding. It is absolutely safe and does not penetrate a woman’s milk.
When to apply?
Before use, it is necessary to study the indications for the use of candles "Terzhinan". They are prescribed when immediate intervention in inflammatory processes is required. The drug has an extensive spectrum of action, namely:
- It fights against vaginitis of various etiologies that are caused by pyogenic bacteria (banal vaginitis); Trichomonas, which provoke edema and the inflammatory process of the genital organs; Candida fungi.
- Inflammation of the vaginal mucosa (colpitis).
- Vaginal dysbiosis (gardnerellosis).
Women who have encountered at least one of these ailments are well aware of the need for timely treatment. Indeed, from a banal, at first glance, not serious, malaise, a serious problem can arise that causes a lot of discomfort.
It all starts with cheesy discharge, accompanied by itching, every day the picture worsens and can lead to pain and a strong fishy smell from the vagina. It is more difficult to deal with the consequences than to start a timely intervention in inflammatory processes. Therefore, the candles "Terzhinan" indications for use have clear, for all of the above items.
How to apply?
After making sure that the product is safe, a woman can start using the drug with a calm soul. Having bought a package of candles "Terzhinan", the application is best to start in the evening, before bedtime. This is due to the fact that you need to enter the medicine in a prone position and after that do not walk. After all, a candle can “leak out”, and the whole result will go down the drain.
Of course, this condition is not fundamental (apply at night). If you have the opportunity to lie down for 4 hours, then you can put the medicine in the afternoon. But this option is not always convenient, so it is advisable to use it at night. So the medicine will work as it should, at full strength. Before the introduction, it is necessary to hold the prepared candle (tablet) in water for 30 seconds.
The instructions for candles "Terzhinan" must be observed according to the scheme prescribed by the doctor. Or you should carefully familiarize yourself with the one inside the box. It clearly indicates the number of permissible doses per application. A day you need to enter 1 candle, no more. It is recommended to remove the candle from its packaging immediately before use. It should be entered quickly, but carefully. Just because of the delay, the medicine can quickly melt, and then it will be almost impossible to put it.
So, the use of candles "Terzhinan" begin after the evening toilet. Take a horizontal position, and then carefully and deeply insert a candle into the vagina. One administration is sufficient per day. After the candle “works”, traces of copious secretions of yellowish color can be seen on the underwear. Therefore, it will be advisable to use a daily gasket.
Other indications for use
During pregnancy, the normal immunity of a woman begins to thoroughly “limp”. During this period, the risk of infection or the manifestation of an existing ureplasm increases. A woman may not suspect her presence until an extensive inflammatory process of the genitourinary tract begins. And the disease is called ureplasmosis.
Like it or not, but most of the women are affected by this disease (almost 70%). Some are carriers before pregnancy, while others become infected after intercourse. And here candles "Terzhinan" come to the rescue, they are safe during pregnancy.
Applying them in complex therapy (as prescribed by the doctor) with immunomodulating drugs, you can achieve the desired result without complications. It is especially worth highlighting that the candles "Terzhinan" perfectly copes with pathogenic microbes, without affecting the "good" bacteria. And this means that the microflora of the vagina maintains a natural balance.
But it is worth remembering an important point: treatment should not only be a woman, but also her partner. After all, he can remain a carrier of infection. You should adhere to the prescribed treatment regimen and follow the instructions for candles "Terzhinan". During joint treatment, it is worth abandoning the intimacy, as well as excluding any other means (gels, lubricants). They can greatly reduce the therapeutic effect.
Thrush fight
Thrush occurs in almost every pregnant woman. Moreover, this does not depend on the gestational age. Various drugs are used to treat this disease, but sometimes the treatment is ineffective and the thrush returns again, or simply does not stop. In this case, the patient is recommended candles "Terzhinan" during pregnancy to combat the disease.
The duration of therapy depends on the severity of the disease. If this is the initial stage, which is accompanied by itching and slight swelling of the vaginal mucosa, while the discharge is not abundant, the treatment lasts 7 days. If the fungus has already thoroughly settled, then the course of therapy can last about 20 days.
Contraindications and side effects
Like any medicine, candles "Terzhinan" also have indications and contraindications. These include individual intolerance to the components of the drug, namely to ternidazole or prednisone. Allergic manifestations can occur to other components of the drug.
If you find that after the introduction of a suppository, a noticeable burning sensation, severe itching, pain and tingling appears, then you must immediately stop taking the medicine. In most cases, a negative effect is not observed and the drug is well tolerated by patients. But if you are under the exception, then consult with your doctor about the selection of another remedy.
What can be replaced?
There are analogues of candles "Terzhinan", which no worse cope with the task. These drugs include Polygynax. It is absolutely identical in action. The only thing that distinguishes it a bit is the activity of the components against certain bacteria. Some are destroyed, while others are less susceptible to the action of the selected drug.
Here, for example, candles "Terzhinan" perfectly cope with opportunistic bacteria (gardnerella vaginalis). And in action against gram-positive bacteria (enterococci and streptococci) had no effect. Therefore, you should not choose Polygynax as an analogue on your own. Only with the appointment of a doctor can you use this tool. After all, it may simply turn out to be ineffective against your disease caused by a certain type of bacteria.
Another analogue of candles "Terzhinan" include: "Hexicon" and "Penotran." The active ingredients are different for these drugs, but the principle of action is the same. Penontran is allowed to be used from the second trimester; in the first, its use is unacceptable due to the penetration of 20% metronidazole into the blood. "Hexicon" (candles) has no contraindications during the period of bearing a child and is absolutely safe. The only exception may be individual intolerance to chlorhexidine.
What women say about using the drug
Candles "Terzhinan" indications for use weight. They are often faced by women awaiting the appearance of a baby. It all starts after taking a smear for analysis, after which you can accurately talk about the presence of certain problems. Mostly positive reviews about the use of candles "Terzhinan" during and after pregnancy prevail. Women are experiencing rapid improvement in well-being.
In the treatment of thrush and vaginitis, the rapid elimination of itching and swelling is noted. After treatment, the test results return to normal, and the woman’s health is safe. Some women are scared of discharge during the treatment period. There is nothing wrong with that, after treatment, everything normalizes, and the discharge becomes normal.
Total
Caring for your health for the expectant mother should be in the first place. Never underestimate the significance of certain symptoms that cause bad suspicion. Being in a position, you can not experiment with your health or let it go by its own accord. With any use of drugs, a doctor's consultation is necessary.