Vaginal suppositories "Limenda" is a drug of combined action. Metronidazole and miconazole nitrate, which are part of it, actively fight 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 antifungal and antibacterial agents. That is why it is prescribed for trichomoniasis and vaginitis caused by various pathological bacteria.
The remedy is effective for candidiasis that has affected the mucous membrane of the walls of the vagina and fallopian tubes.
How to use
In the instructions forcandles "Limenda" describes in detail the method of introducing suppositories into the vagina. The procedure can be performed by the patient herself or by an assistant. In both cases, sterile gloves or a fingertip should be put on before starting the installation. It must be understood that these protective equipment are disposable, since the disease is infectious. The candle is inserted to the maximum possible depth provided by the index or middle fingers.
Drug dosage
The drug is prescribed by the doctor based on the results of tests and examination of the patient. Usually shown 1 candle per day. It is recommended to use the drug in the evening before bedtime.
The whole 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 the treatment is not carried out for the first time, resistance is possible, that is, the body's addiction to such drugs. Then the course is immediately 14 days. After treatment, a re-analysis is mandatory.
Drug side effects
Side effects of the drug, as a rule, do 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 period of use of the drug, isolated cases of stomatitis, glossitis, inflammation were notedpancreas, skin rashes, fever, suffocation, encephalopathy, meningitis, loss of consciousness, hallucinations. There was also a deterioration in vision, hepatocellular liver damage, accompanied by yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes.
An analogue of Limenda candles and the drug itself can cause similar effects. It does not depend on the composition of the drug, but on the individual reaction of the woman's body to it.
In what cases the use is contraindicated
Candles "Limenda" are not assigned to the patient in some cases. Firstly, this is a child's age - the drug can be used after 18 years.
Secondly, suppositories are contraindicated in chronic and acute renal failure.
You can't use them for 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 the Limenda candles.
"Limenda" and pregnancy
In general, analogues of Limenda candles 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 during this period undergoes a change at the biochemical level so radical that she may lose her previously observed allergy to the drug. Although the reverse effect is also possible, that is, its appearance.
The only thing that is not recommended in the process of treatment with the drug isbreastfeed the baby. Lactation can be resumed only after the body is completely cleansed of the components of the drug. This happens 3 days after the last candle was used.
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. Still, 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 itself gets rid of what it could not absorb.
And secondly, the instructions clearly state that the suppositories are vaginal. And if someone swallowed them, then in this case it is necessary to wash the patient's stomach and show it to a psychiatrist.
Interaction with other drugs
The substances that make up the drug actively interact with other medicines:
- Substances of candles "Limenda" enhance the effect of anticoagulants.
- When interacting with the drug "Disulfiram", a mental disorder is possible.
- When using suppositories simultaneously with "Cimetidine", the work of 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 hematopoieticfunctions. Kidney and liver failure and stomach ulcers may develop.
- When interacting with "Fentanyl" increases and doubles the time of action of opioids. The consequence of this effect is a violation of the central nervous system and respiratory function.
- "Astimizol" and "Cizaprit" 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 with such a reaction needs additional purification.
But all data on the influence of the elements of the drug on the action of other drugs are subjective and extremely rare. In most cases, patients take several drugs in parallel without any special deviations and comments.
Analogues of candles "Limenda"
In Russia, they are represented by separate preparations for bacterial diseases and fungal infections. That is, the patient should take 2 or 3 instead of one candle.
The transition to the analogue of "Limenda" is carried out only on doctor's orders. This can be prompted by the body getting used to it or an allergic reaction to the elements of the medicine.
In case of a bacterial infection, "Ginalgin", "Gravagin", "Klion", "Metromicon-Neo", "Neo-penotran", "Trichopol" are prescribed.
With fungal infection of the vagina - "Ginezol", "Ginofort", "Zalain", "Kandibene", "Candide", "Kanesten", "Ketodin", "Livarol", "Lomexin","Mikogal".
Gino-pevaril, Clomesol, Sertaconazole have an antiseptic effect.
Each listed drug has its own instructions for use, dosage and contraindications.
Form of issue, implementation, storage conditions
The drug is produced in the form of suppositories for vaginal administration, 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 is responsible for her condition on her own. 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 out of the reach of children. Keep until the date indicated on the package.
You should know that alcohol intake is not desirable 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".
