Vaginal suppositories "Limenda" is a combined action drug. Its constituents metronidazole and miconazole nitrate are actively fighting bacteria and protozoa such as Trichomonas, as well as fungal infections. The active substances of suppositories are absorbed into the blood through the mucous membrane of the vagina, and are excreted from the body through the kidneys and then the urinary system.
Indications for use
What helps candles "Limenda"? Immediately from several diseases, because the drug combines an antifungal and antibacterial agent. That is why it is prescribed for trichomoniasis and vaginitis caused by various pathological bacteria.
The tool is effective for candidiasis, which affects the mucous membrane of the walls of the vagina and fallopian tubes.
Mode of application
The instructions for candles "Limenda" describes in detail the method of introducing suppositories into the vagina. The procedure can be performed by both the patient herself and the assistant. In both cases, sterile gloves or a fingertip should be worn before installation. You must understand that these remedies are disposable, as the disease is infectious. The candle is inserted to the maximum possible depth provided by the index or middle finger.
Drug dosage
The drug is prescribed by the doctor according to the results of tests and examination of the patient. Usually 1 candle per day is indicated. It is recommended to use the drug in the evening before bedtime.
The entire course of treatment is 7 days. If the therapy was ineffective and the inflammation started again, suppositories are used for another week.
In cases where treatment is not carried out for the first time, resistance is possible, that is, the body becomes addicted to such drugs. Then the course is immediately 14 days. After treatment, a repeat analysis is required.
Side effect of the drug
The side effect of the drug, as a rule, does not depend on the dosage and frequency of use. Usually the effect in the form of itching and burning occurs after the installation of the first suppository. If this happens, you must immediately report the incident to the doctor. He will be able to pick up an analogue of Limenda candles with a similar effect.
For the entire time of using the drug, isolated cases of stomatitis, glossitis, inflammation of the pancreas, skin rashes, fever, suffocation, encephalopathy, meningitis, loss of consciousness, hallucinations were noted. Visual impairment, hepatocellular damage to the liver, accompanied by yellowing of the skin and eye proteins, were also noted.
The Limenda analogue of the suppository and the drug itself can cause similar effects. This does not depend on the composition of the drug, but on the individual reaction of the woman’s body to it.
In which cases is contraindicated
Candles "Limenda" are not assigned to the patient in some cases. Firstly, this is children's age - the drug can be used after 18 years.
Secondly, suppositories are contraindicated in chronic and acute renal failure.
You can not use them with epilepsy and porphyria. And accordingly, suppositories are not prescribed for individual intolerance to the components of the drug, that is, allergies to them. In this case, the patient receives an analogue of Limenda candles.
Limenda and pregnancy
In general, analogues of Limenda suppositories and the drug itself can be used at any stage of pregnancy, but only as prescribed by a doctor and under his control. After all, the body of a pregnant woman in this period undergoes a change at the biochemical level so radical that it may lose the previously observed allergy to the medicine. Although the opposite effect is possible, that is, its appearance.
The only thing that is not recommended during the treatment with the drug is to breastfeed the baby. Lactation can be resumed only after the body is completely cleansed of the components of the drug. This occurs 3 days after using the last candle.
Overdose
Instructions for candles "Limenda" and analogues of the drug does not imply an overdose. Firstly, few people are able to set themselves 2, 3 or more candles during the day. Nevertheless, the procedure is not very pleasant and complicated. On the other hand, the constituent elements of the drug are easily excreted in the urine. The body independently gets rid of what it could not absorb.
And secondly, the instructions clearly state that the candles are vaginal. And if someone swallowed them, then in this case it is necessary to rinse the patient’s stomach and show it to the psychiatrist.
Interaction with other drugs
The substances that make up the drug actively interact with other medicines:
- Substances candles "Limenda" enhance the effect of anticoagulants.
- When interacting with the drug "Disulfiram" a mental disorder is possible.
- When using suppositories at the same time as "Cimetidine", the nervous system is disturbed.
- Amiodarone and Pimozide in contact with Limenda increase the likelihood of heart failure.
- The constituent elements of the candles prolong the action of "Fentanyl" and "Glimepiride."
- When interacting with Trimetrexate, its toxic effect is enhanced. Accordingly, the work of the bone marrow and its hematopoietic function is inhibited. Renal and liver failure and stomach ulcers may develop.
- When interacting with Fentanyl, the duration of the action of opioids is enhanced and doubled. The consequence of this effect is a violation of the central nervous system and respiratory function.
- "Astimizol" and "Tsizaprit" under the influence of the components of the drug "Limenda" are retained in the blood. In addition, the concentration of these substances dangerously increases. Blood in this reaction needs additional purification.
But all the data on the effect of drug elements on the effect of other drugs is subjective and extremely rare. In most cases, patients take several drugs at the same time without special deviations and comments.
Analogs of candles "Limenda"
In Russia, they are represented by separate preparations from bacterial diseases and from fungal infections. That is, the patient should take 2 or 3 instead of one candle.
Switching to the Limenda analogue is carried out only as prescribed by the doctor. This can be caused by addiction to the body or an allergic reaction to the elements of the drug.
In case of bacterial infection, Ginalgin, Gravagin, Klion, Metromikon-Neo, Neo-Penotran, and Trichopol are prescribed.
In case of fungal infection of the vagina - Ginezol, Ginofort, Zalain, Kandibene, Candide, Canesten, Ketodin, Livarol, Lomexin, Mikogal.
The antiseptic effect is exerted by Gyno-pevaryl, Klomezol, Sertaconazole.
Each listed drug has its own instructions for using the dosage and the presence of contraindications.
Release form, implementation, storage conditions
The drug is produced in the form of suppositories for vaginal administration of 7 or 14 pieces in one vacuum package.
The drug is sold in pharmacies upon presentation of a prescription from a doctor. You can buy without a prescription, but in this case, the patient bears responsibility for his condition. The drug is not dangerous and toxic, so pharmacies can sell it freely.
Candles should be stored at temperatures up to 20 degrees Celsius in a dark place not accessible to children. It is stored until the date indicated on the package.
You should be aware that alcohol intake is not advisable within 2 days after the end of the course of therapy due to the possibility of reactions from the central nervous system, similar to the action of "Disulfiram".