In the article, we will consider how to use Bifidumbacterin for thrush.
The problem of fighting thrush is quite relevant for many women. The source of its occurrence can be a frequent change of sexual partners, the use of antibacterial agents, and the violation of the imbalance between normal and fungal vaginal flora.
“Bifidumbacterin” is prescribed for women to treat thrush as a therapeutic drug, as well as to prevent the development of the acute course of the disease into a chronic disease. The effect that the bacteria Bifidobacterium bifidus exerts on the microflora of the gastrointestinal tract is also beneficial for the condition of the vaginal mucosa. The number of pathogenic microorganisms decreases, the number of lactobacilli increases, and candidiasis is eliminated. The following forms of medicine have been developed: irrigation solutions, suppositories, powders with a dry bacterial extract.
How to use "Bifidumbacterin" with thrush in women, many are interested.
Description of the drug
The drug is a probiotic. Due to the high concentration of active bifidobacteria in it, the body receives non-specific protection, metabolic processes are restored, the synthesis of necessary vitamins is activated, the acidity of the vagina changes, the necessary amount of beneficial bacteria is accumulated to maintain the body in a healthy state.
The drug effectively resists many types of infectious pathogenic bacteria (enteropathogenic Escherichia coli, staphylococci, yeast-like fungi and other types of conditionally pathogenic flora).
Release Forms
The drug is created and produced in the form of powder (in dosed sachets), capsules, vaginal suppositories, dry composition in bottles and ampoules.
The drug contained in ampoules and vials includes live bacteria that are freeze-dried (transferred to a dry state directly from a frozen stay). This form of the drug includes a sugar-milk-gelatin base and dry living bacteria (they are grown on this basis). In powders there is a live mass of microbes in a dry form, which is purified from the cultivated environment.
And also “Bifidumbacterin” is produced in packaged powder and capsules, where bacteria are activated with activated carbon for local bacterial colonization in the right place. Thanks to this composition, a faster absorption of the product and simultaneously tissue detoxification are carried out.
The drug in the form of suppositories is made for rectal and vaginal use, it contains 50 million units of bifidobacteria in one piece.
How does Bifidumbacterin work with thrush?
Mechanism of action
It normalizes the natural vaginal environment. The drug is one of the means to combat thrush.
This drug can not affect the development of the fungus, since it is not the main drug against candidiasis. But it is effective in the early stages of pathology, when the thrush has not grown into a chronic condition.
Suppositories "Bifidumbacterin" with thrush contribute to a change in the acidity of the vaginal microflora, which restores the protection functions of the reproductive system. Among other things, the drug for thrush is also used at the final stage of therapy.
In addition to the treatment of candidiasis, the medicine finds its application in the fight against intestinal infections and dysbiosis.
The specificity of the influence of Bifidumbacterin in thrush is created by its composition. It contains dry live bifidobacteria, which, penetrating the body, become active. After that, they positively affect the microflora, due to which significant improvements are achieved. In addition to the microbial mass in the preparation, there are lactose and components that keep bifidobacteria alive.
Indications
This drug has the following indications:
- prevention and treatment of inflammation in the distal intestinal regions and dysbiosis (children from three years old and adults);
- chronic colitis with the location of the pathological focus in the distal colon, of various etiologies;
- intestinal dysbiosis, including restoration of intestinal microflora in patients who have had acute intestinal infections and antibacterial treatment;
- prevention and treatment of vaginal dysbiosis and inflammation of the female genital area (for adults);
- colpitis (vaginitis) of a non-specific nature, not of trichomonas and gonococcal origin;
- vaginal dysbiosis, including gardnerellosis (bacterial vaginosis);
- vaginal candidiasis - to restore normal microflora after completion of a specific antifungal, antiviral and antimicrobial therapy, as a single drug or simultaneously with immunomodulating agents;
- chronic and subacute stages of the process of inflammation of the female genital area; appointed after completing a course of antibacterial treatment to normalize microflora;
- vaginitis (colpitis) of a hormone-dependent type, including senile, which are prescribed for hormone replacement treatment;
- preparation for gynecological planned operations for the prevention of infectious complications after the intervention;
- preparation of pregnant women before childbirth, if they are at risk for the development of various inflammations with a violation of the purity of vaginal secretions of the third or fourth degree for the prevention and treatment of vaginal dysbiosis;
- in the complex treatment of various sexually transmitted diseases: urogenital herpes, urogenital chlamydia, gonorrhea.
In what form is it better to use with thrush “Bifidumbacterin” - in suppositories, capsules or powder?
Use of medication
From thrush, it is desirable for the best result to use the drug orally (capsules or powder) and intravaginally (suppositories or tampons), in some complicated cases - rectally (suppositories).
To prepare a solution for tampons in the vagina, ten doses are taken (the dosage is indicated on the package) of the product and dissolved in one tablespoon of boiled water (at a temperature slightly warmer than room temperature). The mixture must be prepared immediately before use to moisten the swab and immediately enter into the vagina. A similar procedure is done twice a day. The treatment course is ten days. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor.
To enhance the effect, it is advisable to use a powder or capsules three times a day thirty minutes before a meal. It is important to avoid the use of antibiotics at this time (except for the necessary situations for medical purposes).
Vaginal suppositories "Bifidumbacterin" from the thrush after hygienic procedures are administered twice a day into the vagina one at a time (morning and evening). When bifidobacteria enter the vagina, they are colonized on its walls and multiply. The same thing happens with the introduction of rectal suppositories, which are used three times a day in two pieces.
When the content of bifidobacteria reaches the desired concentration, the intestinal and vaginal microflora normalize, and significant improvements in the patient's condition occur.
Course of therapy
The standard course of treatment with Bifidumbacterin suppositories during thrush is ten days. At the discretion of the gynecologist, the therapeutic course can last up to two weeks, then you need to pass the appropriate tests. Treatment in advanced chronic conditions can last a month. Vaginal suppositories during menstruation are not used.
In relapses, a new course can be prescribed for the patient, the duration of which is established by the attending gynecologist on the basis of the body's response to therapy, as well as on the implementation by patients of all medical recommendations.
Is it always possible to use Bifidumbacterin for thrush?
Contraindications for use
When using this antifungal drug, there are no special contraindications.
In rare cases, hypoglycemic conditions may occur. Symptoms of hypoglycemia are: palpitations, excessive sweating, allergic manifestations in the form of itching or rash on the skin, the development of weakness, trembling of the upper extremities.
If any of the symptoms listed above appears, stop using the medicine.
special instructions
Consider special instructions for the use of the drug:
- you can not combine a medicine with antibiotics;
- it is forbidden to dissolve the powder in hot water and store it for a long time in its finished form;
- it is undesirable to take women with lactose deficiency.
Therapy Features
With thrush, lactobacilli is not recommended, since they acidify the vagina and create conditions for fungal reproduction. Before using probiotics, you need to make sure that the body is completely free of dangerous microorganisms (as a result of analyzes).
The use of antibiotics along with the passion for alcohol reduces the therapeutic effect of using bifidobacteria.
In addition, you can not postpone a trip to the doctor if the first signs appear. Every day without therapy adversely affects the patient's health.
The recovery process will be longer and if the necessary appointments are not followed, it can cause relapses or go into the chronic stage.
At the initial stage of therapy, in addition to taking medications, you need to refrain from intimate relationships (the period will be indicated by the doctor on the basis of the degree of inflammation).
It is recommended that you follow a certain diet in order to restore your condition and stop pathological manifestations as soon as possible.
It is imperative to carry out special hygiene procedures, which will be described in detail by the doctor. You need to use underwear cotton and abandon lace and synthetic.
It is very important to reduce stressful situations and increase your stay in the fresh air in order to restore immunity and strengthen the body as a whole.
"Bifidumbacterin" with thrush in women during pregnancy can be used from the earliest possible date. And also the drug is allowed during breastfeeding.
Preventive action
A woman must adhere to the following recommendations:
- Observe the norms of intimate and personal hygiene.
- Constantly use drugs that strengthen and protect the immune system (nutritional supplements, vitamins).
- Exclusion of possible contacts with a hypothetical source of infection.
- If this disease is found in the sexual partner, you need to refrain from intimate communication until the state of health is brought back to normal. In this case, both partners must undergo a treatment course.
- Rational, complete and proper nutrition.
- Regular medical examination. The patient should visit the gynecologist once every six months.
- The fight against negative factors.
- Timely identification and treatment of concomitant gynecological disease.
Is it possible to replace Bifidumbacterin with thrush with another drug?
Analogs
Medicines that are similar in effect to Bifidumbacterin:
- "Lactobacterin";
- "Bifidin";
- "Vagilak";
- "Beefiform";
- “Acylact”;
- "Vaginorm C";
- “Acylact”;
- "Lactonorm";
- "Lactagel."
The cost of medicines is different. Many probiotics are used not only for the treatment of thrush, but also as a therapy for other vaginal infections (nonspecific colpitis, bacterial vaginosis, etc.).
Timely access to doctors helps to accelerate the rehabilitation period and reduces the likelihood of complications of conditions in candidiasis.
Reviews
Judging by the reviews of patients, “Bifidumbacterin” suppositories from thrush help well. However, eubiotics, to which the drug belongs, are prescribed at the final stage of treatment of inflammation processes. Initially, special antifungal agents are used, and then, with the help of eubiotics, the vaginal flora is restored and colonized with beneficial bacteria. However, the situations are different. Bifidumbacterin, in particular, can be used as the only drug for dysbiosis, as well as for thrush. Suppositories are effective in restoring vaginal microflora. Sometimes patients report side effects, but if there are none, then the effect is extremely positive.
We reviewed the instructions and reviews for "Bifidumbacterin" from thrush.