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Sea buckthorn suppositories
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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025

Sea buckthorn suppositories are medicinal rectal suppositories that are prescribed for hemorrhoids, ulcers and cracks in the rectum or proctitis. The suppositories contain sea buckthorn oil, which stimulates healing and restorative processes in the mucous membrane of the rectum.
Let's look at the features of this drug. When should sea buckthorn suppositories be used, are there any warnings for use and how to use this drug correctly.
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ATC classification
Active ingredients
Pharmacological group
Pharmachologic effect
Indications sea buckthorn suppositories
Indications for the use of sea buckthorn suppositories are determined by a doctor, so it is unacceptable to use this drug on your own. Since self-medication can cause an aggravation of the disease or make it chronic.
Sea buckthorn suppositories are rectal suppositories, the drug is prescribed for:
- Hemorrhoids.
- Proctitis.
- Pain during bowel movements.
- Radiation damage.
- Ulcers and cracks in the rectum.
- Sphincteritis.
- Atrophic lesion.
- Catarrhal lesion.
In addition to rectal sea buckthorn suppositories, there are also vaginal ones. This drug is used for
- Inflammations.
- Erosions.
- Endocervicitis.
- Colpitis.
Indications for the use of sea buckthorn suppositories are due to the medicinal properties of sea buckthorn and sea buckthorn oil. The drug stimulates regenerative processes, reduces inflammatory effects and relieves pain.
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Release form
The drug is available in rectal suppositories, smooth, glossy, dark orange. Thanks to the sea buckthorn oil in the suppositories, the drug effectively treats rectal diseases and inflammatory processes. There are also vaginal suppositories, their release form is smooth orange suppositories for internal use. The drug is available in packages of 10 sea buckthorn suppositories.
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Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacodynamics of sea buckthorn suppositories is the physiological action and biochemical effects that the drug has on the body. This allows you to effectively fight parasites and microorganisms that are inside the body.
The preparation sea buckthorn suppositories have an anti-inflammatory, wound-healing, that is, reparative effect. All thanks to the composition of the preparation, namely the membrane-stabilizing effects of sea buckthorn oil, which also has an antioxidant effect.
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetics of sea buckthorn suppositories are the processes of distribution, excretion, metabolism and absorption of the substance.
Thus, after the drug is administered, the effect begins to manifest itself in 15-100 minutes. The duration of the therapeutic effect of the drug is from 2 to 6 hours.
Dosing and administration
The method of application and dosage are prescribed by the doctor after a full examination of the patient and a series of tests. If sea buckthorn suppositories are prescribed for the treatment of colpitis, the drug must be used daily. The course of treatment is from 10 to 15 procedures, if necessary, the treatment is repeated after 2 months.
Sea buckthorn suppositories are recommended to be used at night. In this case, vaginal suppositories are placed after urination, and rectal suppositories after defecation. The effect of the drug should not cause discomfort. If after inserting the suppository you feel itching, burning, swelling and redness, this indicates that sea buckthorn suppositories are not suitable for you.
The dosage of the drug is prescribed by the doctor, but as a rule, for adult patients and children over 12 years old - 1 sea buckthorn suppository 3 times a day for 10-12 days. For children under 12 years old, 1 sea buckthorn suppository once a day for 10-12 days.
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Use sea buckthorn suppositories during pregnancy
The use of sea buckthorn suppositories during pregnancy, as well as any other drugs, is not recommended. Please note that suppositories can only be used after consultation and permission from a gynecologist. Women are advised to undergo testing for contraindications to the drug. Thus, in the event of an allergic reaction, there may be complications for both the female body and the child's body.
Most rectal suppositories are contraindicated during pregnancy. Sea buckthorn suppositories are a preparation on a natural plant basis, it has a mild effect and a good result. Therefore, it is possible to use suppositories with sea buckthorn during pregnancy, but only after the permission of the gynecologist. Such suppositories will relieve pain and eliminate the inflammatory process, and will also promote effective wound healing.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of sea buckthorn suppositories are based on individual intolerance to the drug. Also, suppositories are contraindicated for use during pregnancy, unless there is permission from a gynecologist. No other contraindications have been found for suppositories at the moment.
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Side effects sea buckthorn suppositories
Side effects of sea buckthorn suppositories include allergic reactions, itching and irritation, and gastrointestinal problems. To avoid side effects, use the suppositories according to the instructions for use and do not use the drug longer than the treatment period.
Side effects may occur with self-medication, that is, without examination and prescription of the drug by a doctor. If you notice side effects of sea buckthorn suppositories, you need to stop using the drug and seek medical help.
Overdose
An overdose of the drug is a reversible allergic reaction. If you notice that after using the sea buckthorn suppository you have itching, redness, burning or diarrhea, then you have hypersensitivity to the drug, that is, individual intolerance. In this case, it is recommended to stop using the drug and consult the doctor who prescribed the suppositories.
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Interactions with other drugs
The interaction of sea buckthorn suppositories with other drugs is not prohibited, unless these are yet another rectal suppository. That is, you can take tablets, tinctures, make lotions, baths and other things together with taking sea buckthorn suppositories. Otherwise, there is a possibility of an allergic reaction.
Storage conditions
Storage conditions for sea buckthorn suppositories suggest storing the preparation in the refrigerator, since the preparation has a low melting point. During storage, sea buckthorn suppositories must not be removed from the production packaging, since this will cause deformation of the preparation. The preparation must be removed before use.
Please note that incorrect storage of suppositories may cause the drug to spoil. Avoid temperature changes and direct sunlight.
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Shelf life
The shelf life of sea buckthorn suppositories is indicated on the packaging and can be from 12 months to two years, provided that they are stored correctly. If you notice that after a certain period of storage the preparation of the suppositories has changed its color or a strange smell has appeared, this indicates that the preparation is spoiled. The preparation should be thrown away, but not used, as this may cause worsening of the symptoms of the disease and the appearance of allergic reactions.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Sea buckthorn suppositories" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.