The modern pharmaceutical market offers a large selection of a variety of drugs that are designed to quickly and successfully eliminate diseases of any severity.
What are the most commonly prescribed urethritis medications for both women's and men's he alth? Therapy of the disease in patients occurs by taking drugs that are aimed at eliminating the symptoms of the inflammatory process in the urethra.
Before prescribing medication, the specialist performs a comprehensive examination of the patient and, based on the results of the diagnosis, forms a treatment regimen for the patient.
Urethritis in men: symptoms, treatment, medications
The disease is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the urinary canal, which provokes a number of strains. Urethritis is considered the most common problem in men who are sexually active without a condom and have more than one woman. As a rule, heproceeds with other inflammatory diseases of the genital organs.
When urethritis occurs, a man is tormented by the following unpleasant symptoms:
- Discharge of purulent exudate from the urethra.
- Increased body temperature.
- Frequent urge to empty the bladder.
- Itching.
- Pain when urinating.
- Burning.
Therefore, when similar symptoms of urethritis appear in men, only the doctor selects treatment and medicines.
Medicines for urethritis
The order of use of the drug, which is intended to inhibit the activity of a bacterial infection, depends on the dosage, as well as the components included in its structure.
As a rule, if an antibacterial agent for eliminating urethritis was prescribed for use in tablet form, then on average it is enough to use 1-2 capsules three times a day daily. The duration of therapy varies from 10 to 12 days. Intramuscular injections can be administered to the patient twice a day for 5-7 days.
Much depends on the severity of the ongoing inflammatory process inside the urinary canal, so there is no generalized annotation for all antibiotics, because each drug has its own special chemical or biochemical formula. What medications can I take for urethritis?
Pills
Most antimicrobials for effective treatment of urethritis, whether acute or chronic, are available in tablet form.
Improved performance in practicein the fight against infections that cause inflammation, have shown the following best medicines for urethritis in men and women:
- "Azithromycin".
- "Amoxiclav".
- "Amoxicillin".
- "Biseptol".
- "Wilprafen".
- "Doxycycline".
- "Canephron".
- "Levomycetin".
- "Metronidazole".
- "Monural".
- "Nitroxoline".
- "Nolicin".
- "Ofloxacin".
- "Palin".
- "Sumamed".
- "Furagin".
- "Furadonin".
- "Furamag".
- "Ceftriaxone".
- "Tsiprolet".
- "Erythromycin".
How to treat urethritis in men, what medications are prescribed?
Tsiprolet
Tablets belong to the group of fluoroquinolones. "Tsiprolet" is prescribed to prevent various infectious bacterial diseases that are aimed at eliminating pathogens.
Symptoms of urethritis in men, the medicine "Tsiprolet" eliminates very effectively. Tablets are intended for oral use. They can not be chewed, for better passage of the drug through the esophagus, it can be washed down with water. Dosing depends on the pathological process and location in the body.
In case of damage to the organs of the urogenital tract and the reproductive system, 250milligram three times a day for 3 days with an uncomplicated course of acute inflammation of the bladder, in other situations it is necessary to use from 500 to 750 mg of Ciprolet twice a day.
Ofloxacin
The drug is produced in tablet form. "Ofloxacin" refers to the therapeutic group of antimicrobials fluoroquinolones. They are used for the etiotropic treatment of infectious diseases caused by microorganisms sensitive to the active substance.
According to the reviews of men, the medicine for urethritis helps to effectively cope with the disease. The tablets are taken whole before or after a meal. They are not chewed and washed down with water. The dosage and duration of therapy with Ofloxacin depends on the source of the disease, therefore, they are determined by a medical specialist.
The average concentration of the drug is 200-800 milligrams per day in 2 doses, the average duration of therapy varies from 7 to 10 days. For patients with a concomitant decrease in the functioning of the kidneys and liver, as well as those on hardware blood purification, dosing adjustments are needed.
Azithromycin
When prescribing a drug for inflammation of the walls of the urethra, it is important to know that it is effective against diseases of chlamydial and mycoplasmal etiology, and also well eliminates ureaplasmosis, an infectious transmissible disease. resistant toEnterococci are considered to be affected by this medicine.
The mechanism of action of the drug in inflammation is based on blocking the process of protein synthesis. Its small amount in the body leads to inhibition of bacterial growth and elimination of the reproduction process. If the concentration of the drug is increased, then this will help to completely and completely prevent the addition of a secondary infection.
In this connection, "Azithromycin" refers to antimicrobial agents for inflammation of the urethra of the first line, which are prescribed already at the first signs of illness.
In case of inflammation of the urethra in both men and women, the dosage, frequency of administration and duration of treatment are calculated by the doctor on an individual basis. However, in most situations, the therapy scheme looks like this:
- One tablet with a concentration of 0.5 grams is prescribed for use once a day.
- The duration of therapy in this situation is two or three days.
- The drug must be taken with water.
Amoxicillin
The drug shows increased effectiveness in urethritis due to its antimicrobial properties, which means it can destroy different types of bacteria that provoke this lesion and other infections.
"Amoxicillin" for inflammation of the urethra is ineffective when pathogenic cells produce an enzyme that has the ability to break down beta-lactam antibiotics, which destroys the active component of the drug.
BDepending on the concentration of the active substance, the drug is produced in several dosage forms: suspensions, tablets and capsules. As a rule, the type of drug depends on the age and body weight of the patient, as this is essential for the best possible fight against infection. The main advantage of "Amoxicillin" is resistance to an acidic environment, such is gastric juice.
As soon as the active component of the drug enters the bloodstream, it immediately disrupts the protein compounds of bacterial cells. As a result, the reproduction of bacteria stops almost immediately, and the elimination of existing ones occurs somewhat later.
Due to the increased efficiency, there may be a deterioration in the he alth of the patient. Due to the rapid death of cells, the amount of toxins in the blood increases and the person begins to feel unwell, but within a day after the first use of Amoxicillin, the patient's condition returns to normal. What medications and treatment for urethritis in women do doctors prescribe?
Canephron
The drug is made on the basis of medicinal herbs. It consists of: centaury, lovage root and rosemary. Canephron is available in the form of tablets and drops for oral use.
When used, the medication has the following positive effects:
- Reduces inflammation.
- Reduces tissue swelling.
- Helps effectively remove fluid from the body.
- Neutralizespain.
Caucasus and rosemary are considered natural antibiotics. In addition, they actively improve the functioning of the stomach and intestines. These herbs help to increase the process of bile secretion. Lovage improves the functioning of the genitourinary system, being a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent.
Not only with inflammation of the urethra, it is possible to carry out therapy with "Kanefron". Urethritis, inflammation of the bladder, pyelonephritis can be successfully eliminated with the help of this pharmacological preparation.
According to the reviews, the medicine for urethritis helps to effectively fight not only the disease itself, but also its consequences. Often in men, the pathological process leads to a weakening of the body's ability to have sexual intercourse and even inflammation of the prostate gland.
But lovage, which is part of the drug, improves the metabolism of the genitourinary system and eliminates the lesion, contributes to the rapid stabilization of the functioning of the pelvic organs.
With the help of its composition for urethritis in women, the medicine "Canephron" eliminates not only the unpleasant symptoms of the inflammatory process, but also helps to reduce menstrual pain.
Sumamed
Pills represent the pharmacological group of macrolide drugs. They are used for the etiotropic treatment of various infectious pathological processes, which are aimed at eliminating pathogens sensitive to this drug.
Main active ingredient"Sumamed" azithromycin is considered a chemical derivative of azalide macrolides. It has a bactericidal effect and leads to the elimination of sensitive bacteria.
With extreme caution, the drug is used for muscle pain, as well as violations of the functional activity of the liver, various heart rhythm failures or the presence of factors that lead to their appearance. Before taking the drug "Sumamed", a medical specialist must make sure that there are no contraindications.
Suppositories
In addition, candles are also used to treat urethritis:
- "Hexicon".
- "Polygynax".
- "McMirror".
- "Diclofenac".
Hexicon
The drug belongs to antiseptics for topical use. Suppositories "Hexicon" are used in gynecology to eliminate and as a preventive measure to prevent infectious and inflammatory diseases of the vagina and cervix.
The main component of suppositories - chlorhexidine bigluconate acts as an antiseptic. It belongs to the group of chlorine-containing biguanides, destroys bacterial cells.
After intravaginal administration of the "Hexicon" suppository, the active substance in the form of a thin film envelops its mucous cavity, has a local pharmacological effect and is practically not absorbed into the general circulation.
McMiror
The drug haspronounced antimicrobial effect from the group of nitrofurans. The active ingredient has antiprotozoal, as well as antifungal and antibacterial effects. "Macmirror" is highly effective and low-toxic, it is used in many areas of medicine.
The drug has an increased pharmacological activity in relation to Helicobacter pylori, as well as to the sources of the infectious process. In addition, "Macmirror" shows increased efficiency in eliminating vaginal Trichomonas.
Medication in the form of tablets during the bearing of a baby can be prescribed to the fair half only for he alth reasons in a situation where the likely benefit to the expectant mother will exceed the risk to the fetus.
Ointments
List of effective liniments:
- "Cycloferon".
- "Levomekol".
- "Erythromycin".
Cycloferon
Liniment is effective as an immunotherapy in the elimination of chlamydia, as well as fungal and bacterial infectious processes of the genitourinary system and bacterial infections.
Ointment "Cycloferon" can be used topically, intravaginally and intraurethral. Intravaginal application of the drug is carried out using the applicator, which is attached to the tube of ointment.
With candidal and nonspecific urethritis, Cycloferon ointment is used by introducing in a volume of 5-10 milliliters. Upper urethral disease in men involves filling the urethra with medication through a syringe without a needle.
Immediately after applying the "Cycloferon" liniment, it must be clamped for a few minutes. After half an hour, the patient should urinate. The duration of therapy is two weeks. Thus, only a day later, lesions of the posterior urethra are eliminated.
In case of urethritis of a specific origin, the filling of the ointment must be combined with antimicrobial agents. The duration of treatment varies from 10 to 14 days, if necessary, after two weeks, the course can be repeated.
Reviews
Men and women who have experienced this disease note the greatest effectiveness from the use of antimicrobial drugs. This is explained by the fact that it is most convenient to take such a form, being in any situation.
Whether the patient is at home or on duty at work, antibiotic pills are in high demand. Suppositories have also found approval among all patients who suffer from urethritis.
But still, men speak negatively about the treatment of urinary tract lesions by rectal injection of anti-inflammatory suppositories for inflammation of the urethra.
Suppositories "Polygynax" proved to be the best. Positive responses come from women who have used this drug for 10 to 12 days and carried out concomitant therapeutic procedures,who are assigned by a gynecologist.
According to patients' reviews, homeopathy and medicines based on it do not bring any benefit in eliminating inflammation of the urinary canal. Therefore, patients who have experienced this disease are not advised to use such drugs.
Summarizing the reviews of all patients, we can confidently say that only an integrated approach and the use of all antimicrobial drugs at once help to quickly eliminate urethritis and the risk of a possible recurrence of the disease in the near future.
