Since ancient times, mankind has been using natural resources to treat various diseases. Celandine is valued for its qualities. The medicinal properties, contraindications, recipes for its preparation should be discussed with the doctor. Only a doctor who knows about your problem can recommend individual regimens and methods of using a herbal preparation. Remember that the use of traditional medicine does not give you the right to refuse medical prescriptions.
Celandine candles
Suppositories for vaginal and rectal administration, incorporating celandine, are produced by many trading companies. They are sold in pharmacies without a prescription and are phytotherapeutic agents. Mention may be made of such trade names:
- Candles with celandine "K".
- "Econika Celandine."
- "Hirudotex with celandine."
- "Fitomax Celandine" and many others.
The composition of the preparations contains not only the mentioned plant, but also additional components (plant extracts). Read the instructions before use, paying particular attention to contraindications and method of use.
Celandine: medicinal properties and contraindications
Prescriptions for self-made medicines should be obtained from your doctor. You do not need to use the experience of your friends, since you can cook a rather dangerous medication. Celandine is a deciduous flower plant. It has long been valued for its healing qualities. Externally, celandine resembles a small shrub with green oval leaves and yellow flowers. A distinctive feature of the plant is the yellowish juice produced when the stem is damaged. The healing properties of celandine can be reliably attributed to:
- bactericidal;
- anti-inflammatory;
- soothing;
- antispasmodic;
- wound healing;
- antitumor;
- choleretic and diuretic.
The herbaceous medicine contains at least 20 alkaloids, essential oils, vitamins, saponins, succinic and malic acids, antioxidants and flavonoids. The use of celandine and preparations based on it are contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women, people with heart diseases and low blood pressure, as well as children and hypersensitive patients.
If you want to make candles with celandine yourself, you should strictly adhere to the dosages described by the doctor, since this plant is poisonous. Large doses of phytomedicine can provoke CNS depression, paralysis, malfunctions of the heart and other unpleasant consequences. For independent manufacture of suppositories, it is better to use plant extract. It is mixed with a fatty base (paraffin or oils). Recall that the dosage of the active substance is always selected individually (depending on the disease). As an alternative to the extract, you can take a decoction made from dried celandine grass. This method of preparation is considered safer, since less celandine enters the patient.
The use of suppositories in gynecology
Vaginal suppositories with celandine are administered 1 each before bedtime. The course of treatment lasts 20-30 days. This technique is used to treat ovarian cysts. It does not matter whether a functional education or not. Treatment continues during menstrual bleeding.
Suppositories with celandine in gynecology can be used for uterine fibroids, inflammatory processes (adnexitis, endometritis, salpingitis), as well as for the treatment of bleeding of unknown origin. In each case, the dosage and pattern of use of suppositories is determined individually. Women are prescribed the introduction of suppositories after the toilet of the genitals at a single dose 1-3 times a day for 7-30 days. At the time of treatment of inflammatory and infectious processes, one should refrain from sexual intercourse.
For the treatment of hemorrhoids and after its removal
Candles with celandine for hemorrhoids are often used in folk medicine. It is believed that this tool effectively disinfects bleeding varicose veins, relieves soreness and inflammation, accelerates healing and enhances protective functions. With hemorrhoids located inside, suppositories are injected 1 piece per day. The scheme of use involves 10 days of treatment and 5 days of break. It is necessary to repeat 3 approaches, that is, use 30 suppositories per course.
Candles with celandine and after surgical treatment of hemorrhoids are prescribed . In this case, they are combined with antibacterial drugs and venotonics. The duration of rehabilitation therapy is determined individually, it depends on the type of surgery and the severity of hemorrhoids.
Use of candles: other indications
In addition to gynecology and proctology, it is recommended to use candles with celandine, instructions for use under the following circumstances:
- liver pathology (a herbal remedy is a hepatoprotector);
- insufficient functioning of the gallbladder (for choleretic effect);
- swelling and constipation (suppositories help normalize stool and improve urine outflow);
- skin diseases (to accelerate the regeneration processes).
Suppositories based on celandine act not only locally. Therefore, they have a wide scope of use. But you should always be careful during treatment with this drug. Do not increase the dosage yourself, strictly follow medical advice or instructions for use.
Additionally
Candles with celandine, despite its natural and simple composition, are not as safe as it seems. The main and additional components of the drug can cause allergies. During treatment, patients may experience a slight burning sensation immediately after the introduction of the suppository, but this is permissible. If a rash, swelling, or itching appears, then you are allergic. The medication is able to enhance the tone of the uterus. Therefore, the use of suppositories during pregnancy (even by rectal administration) can cause the threat of its interruption.
Finally
Celandine-based suppositories are an excellent remedy against many pathological processes. More often, the medicine is supplemented with other components that enhance the effectiveness of the drug. They enter the human body directly through the bloodstream and lymphatic system, where they are absorbed from the vagina or rectum. Celandine bypasses the digestive tract and enzyme treatment. Its action begins immediately after administration, since the candles dissolve very quickly under the influence of the temperature of the human body. Reviews about the use of this tool are mostly positive. However, patients who were satisfied with the therapy used the drug as prescribed by the doctor, and did not self-medicate.