Drugs in the form of suppositories are actively used not only in proctology, but also in gynecological practice. Such drugs are considered one of the best in terms of local effects. Unlike oral agents, as well as sprays, ointments and gels, metered suppositories, which remain solid at room temperature and melt at body temperature, contribute to the complete envelopment of the mucosa and its rapid recovery.
General information
Candles "Depantol", the instructions of which must be studied before their use, are very often used in gynecology. This drug is intended for vaginal administration, and therefore has a special shape and composition. About what diseases this local medicine is used for, whether it has contraindications and what its dosage is, you will learn further.
Description of the drug, its composition
According to the instructions for use, candles "Depantol" have a torpedo-shaped shape with a funnel-shaped recess, as well as white, grayish or yellowish color (marbling is sometimes present) without the presence of any pronounced smell.
Vaginal suppositories are sold in two cell packs of five pieces, which are placed in a cardboard box along with detailed instructions.
Candles "Depantol" contain two active components:
- dexpanthenol;
- chlorhexidine bigluconate.
Also, the composition of the local medicine includes excipients in the form of a base for the preparation of suppositories and macrogol.
Pharmacological characteristics
What are the candles "Depantol"? The instruction attached to this drug contains information that such suppositories are a universal remedy that is very often recommended to women for the prevention and treatment of various gynecological diseases.
The active components of the drug have a pronounced regenerating and antimicrobial effect. In addition, they are able to relieve inflammation and suppress the activity of pathogenic microflora.
In the process of absorption of active substances in the mucous membranes of the genital tract, the renewal of their epithelial layer improves and local metabolism is restored.
The action of active ingredients
In the candle instructions"Depantol" (10 pcs.) It is said that a substance such as chlorhexidine is capable of exhibiting a pronounced therapeutic activity against gram-negative and gram-positive flora, including chlamydia, pale treponema, ureaplasma, hardrenella, escherichia, dermatophytes, staphylococci, yeast-like fungi, Trichomonas.
As for dexpanthenol, thanks to this component, the suppositories in question accelerate the process of renewal of the epithelial layer of the mucous membrane and increase the strength of collagen fibers. Also, the mentioned active substance promotes the speedy healing of wounds and injuries in the genital tract.
It should also be noted that the candles "Depantol", the instruction of which contains a lot of useful information for patients, does not have a detrimental effect on the growth of beneficial flora. The therapeutic effect after using the suppository is maintained even in the presence of blood and pus.
Prescribing local medicine
What is the purpose of using suppositories "Depantol" in gynecology? Instructions for use informs that the main indications for the appointment of such vaginal suppositories are the following diseases:
- endocervicitis;
- inflammation of the vaginal mucosa, occurring in a chronic or acute form;
- colpitis;
- polyps of the vagina or cervix (as part of complex treatment);
- cervical erosion;
- recurrent thrush;
- sanation of the birth canal before the upcoming childbearing.
Other indications for the use of the drug
Instructions for the suppositories "Depantol" (analogues of the drug should be used only after consulting a gynecologist!) Reports that such suppositories can be prescribed to women as a prophylactic medicine before upcoming or transferred gynecological procedures, including after installing / removing an intrauterine spiral, surgical abortion, previous surgeries, before electrocoagulation of the cervix, etc.
Sometimes the drug in question is used as part of complex therapy for certain diseases that are sexually transmitted.
Contraindications to the use of suppositories
Before using suppositories "Depantol", you should always consult a gynecologist, and if necessary, take tests. It is undesirable to use suppositories without consulting a specialist, as they have such contraindications as:
- virginity;
- malignant growth of cells in the cervix or vagina, including those accompanied by severe metastasis;
- individual intolerance to the active ingredients of the local medicine.
Instruction for candles "Depantol"
How many days should the drug in question be used, and at what dosage should it be used? The number and frequency of use of such suppositories is determined by the doctor on an individual basis. It should be recalled that "Depantol" is prescribed intravaginally for the prevention and treatmentgynecological diseases only for women over 18.
To properly insert the candle into the vagina, you must take a position lying on your back. The suppository should be inserted deep into the vagina. To achieve the best effect after the procedure, it is recommended to remain in the accepted position for another 40 minutes.
For the treatment of gynecological diseases, this drug is prescribed 1 piece 2 times a day (preferably in the morning and evening). Before the introduction of the suppository and after the procedure, wash your hands well.
The duration of the course of therapy with this medication is 7-10 days. If necessary, it can be extended for a similar period by doctor's prescription.
If the expected therapeutic effect is absent, or the patient's condition worsens, you should immediately contact a specialist to clarify the diagnosis and additional examination.
Side effects, overdose cases
According to experts, the drug in the form of vaginal suppositories "Depantol" is well tolerated by women. In the presence of hypersensitivity to the components that make up the drug, in some cases, the development of local side effects such as:
- discomfort, vaginal itching;
- burning in the vagina;
- Sensation of a foreign body inside the genital tract.
Usually such manifestations are not dangerous and pass on their own after 20 minutes. If they occur, cancelno therapy required.
As for cases of overdose, these are not described in the instructions. But to prevent the development of side effects, it is highly undesirable to exceed the dose of the drug, as well as independently increase the duration of the permissible course of therapy.
Analogues of candles
What can replace the drug in question? What analogues does he have? Instructions for the use of candles "Depantol" does not provide answers to these questions. To choose a similar medication for the treatment of gynecological diseases, you should contact a specialist.
Usually, such a drug is replaced by the following means: Miramistin, Hexicon, Livarol, Chlorhexidine. The forms of these drugs may differ from the one under consideration, but they all have similar properties and therapeutic effects.
Patient testimonials
There are quite a lot of messages from women about the candles "Depantol". And this is not surprising, because such a drug is very often used in gynecological practice.
For the most part, reviews of such suppositories are positive. Patients like not only its convenient form, adjusted dosage and affordable price, but also its effectiveness. Many women note that after a few days of using this drug, their unpleasant symptoms of gynecological diseases have disappeared. At the same time, experts remind that it is not necessary to interrupt the course of treatment in such cases. For a long-term effect, you must go through all the prescribed therapy.
It is impossible not to say that some patients were dissatisfied with the results of treatment. In addition, in some cases, women had a problem using suppositories in the morning, as the suppositories quickly melted and flowed out.
Also rarely, patients experienced side effects in the form of itching and burning in the vagina, but after a short period of time, these symptoms disappeared on their own.
