Candles to prevent infections

Throughout our lives, we are surrounded by millions of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Most of them are able to survive even in extremely unfavorable conditions - for example, at extremely high or low temperatures. Infections are initially potentially dangerous for humans, so medicine does everything possible to prevent the occurrence of diseases, observing appropriate preventive measures in advance. One of such measures is suppositories for the prevention of infections: viral, fungal and microbial. We will share with you the most common types of such prevention in this material.

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Indications suppositories to prevent infections

Many types of infectious agents live with humans as symbionts, even if they are pathogenic (the so-called opportunistic). They pose virtually no danger to the body until certain circumstances favorable for infection arise in the body. The presence of opportunistic flora is very important for the body, because without it it is impossible to maintain immunity, both locally and systemically. The main thing is to prevent opportunistic microorganisms from reaching the stage of increased pathogenicity.

If a person's immune forces are weakened, the body cannot adequately respond to the invasion of viruses, pathogenic bacteria and fungal infections. Therefore, it is important to maintain immunity at the proper level, sometimes using medications for this - for example, suppositories for the prevention of infection.

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Release form

Suppositories for the prevention of acute respiratory viral infections

	Viferon	Kipferon
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	A medicine that represents human interferon, due to which antiviral and immunomodulatory action is achieved. Kinetic data of suppositories are unknown.	Suppositories with immunostimulating, antiviral effect. Successfully used in the treatment of chlamydia.
Use during pregnancy	Can be used from the second trimester of pregnancy, upon doctor’s recommendation.	Not used.
Contraindications for use	Allergic predisposition of the body, first trimester of pregnancy.	Possibility of allergy, pregnancy.
Side effects	Rarely - itchy rashes.	Very rarely – itching, swelling.
Method of administration and dosage	For preventive purposes, usually use 1 suppository once a day, for a course of five days.	Use 1 suppository twice a day.
Overdose	No situations were observed.	It didn't happen.
Interactions with other drugs	There are no negative interactions.	None.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store in a cool place for up to 2 years.	Store in a cool place for up to 1 year.

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Candles for the prevention of thrush

	Pimafucin	Betadine
Pharmacological properties	Antifungal suppositories for prevention and therapeutic effects, represented by a macrolide antibiotic. Do not have a systemic effect.	Iodine suppositories for prevention and therapy, used in gynecology as an antiseptic. They are active not only against fungi, but also against bacteria, viruses and proteus. Iodine is not absorbed into the bloodstream.
Use during pregnancy	Probably after consulting a doctor.	Do not use after 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Contraindications for use	Allergic predisposition of the body.	Thyroid dysfunction (including adenoma), treatment with radioactive iodine.
Side effects	Local irritation, itching of the skin.	Redness of the skin, irritation, manifestations of dermatitis.
Method of administration and dosage	Use 1 suppository intravaginally, daily for several days.	Administer 1 suppository intravaginally, daily, for a week.
Overdose	No situations were observed.	Metallic taste in the mouth, hypersalivation, sore throat, diarrhea.
Interaction with other medications	No adverse interactions were observed.	It is not recommended to use in combination with antiseptics and hydrogen peroxide.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Can be stored under normal conditions for up to 24 months.	Should be stored in a cool place for up to 5 years.

	Terzhinan	Lactobacterin
Pharmacological properties	Combined suppositories with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiprotozoal, antifungal effects.	Suppositories for the prevention and treatment of infections, containing natural live lactobacilli, which restore normal vaginal microflora.
Use during pregnancy	Possibly in the second half of pregnancy only on the recommendation of a doctor.	Possible only if there are indications.
Contraindications for use	Allergic predisposition of the body.	Existing thrush, allergy.
Side effects	Itching sensation inside the vagina, allergy.	Allergy.
Methods of use and dosage	Apply 1 suppository intravaginally, daily for 6 days.	Use 1 suppository once a day for a week.
Overdose	No situations found.	No situations arose.
Interactions with other medications	No unwanted interactions occurred.	It didn't happen.
Storage conditions and duration	Can be stored under normal conditions for up to 3 years.	Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 years. If the candles have acquired a rancid aroma, they should not be used.

Suppositories for the prevention of hemorrhoids

	Sea buckthorn candles	Glycerin suppositories
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Suppositories for prevention and treatment with anti-inflammatory, restorative activity. Systemic effects not detected.	Suppositories with a laxative and softening effect: softens the skin of the anal sphincter, which serves as a preventative measure against anal fissures.
Use during pregnancy	Not recommended.	Allowed according to indications.
Contraindications for use	Diarrhea, allergic reaction of the body.	Acute hemorrhoids, existing anal fissures, intestinal tumors, allergic reactions.
Side effects	Burning sensation in the anal area, allergy.	Allergy, redness and irritation of the skin and mucous membranes.
Method of administration and dosage	Use rectally, 1 suppository per day, for a week.	Use 1 suppository once a day, rectally.
Overdose	No situations arose.	No situations described.
Interactions with other drugs	No such interactions occurred.	There are no negative interactions.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 years.	Store in cool conditions for up to 2 years.

Suppositories for the prevention of prostatitis

	Genferon	Papaverine suppositories
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Suppositories with anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic action. Penetrates into the general bloodstream, exerting a general effect on the body.	Suppositories with myotropic and antispasmodic effect. Can eliminate pain associated with smooth muscle spasm.
Use during pregnancy	Highly undesirable.	They don't use it.
Contraindications for use	Allergic predisposition of the body.	Severe liver disease, age over 50, allergy to papaverine.
Side effects	Dermatitis, itching, headache, sweating, general fatigue.	Dyspepsia, drowsiness, hyperhidrosis, decreased blood pressure.
Method of administration and dosage	Apply rectally, 1 suppository twice a day for a week.	Take 20-40 mg twice a day, rectally.
Overdose	There have been no reports of such situations.	The situations are not described.
Interaction with other drugs	Combination with sulfonamides is not recommended due to a decrease in their effectiveness.	Combination with methyldopa and levodopa is not recommended.
Storage conditions Best before date	Can be stored in a cool place for up to 2 years.	Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 years.

Suppositories for the prevention of venereal diseases

	Clotrimazole	Hexicon
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Prophylactic suppositories that prevent genital infections and superinfections, including thrush.	Suppositories for prevention with an antiseptic effect. They are active against treponema, chlamydia, ureaplasma, neucheria, gardnerella, protozoa, trichomonas, herpes viruses. Do not disturb the natural microflora inside the vagina.
Use during pregnancy	It can be used in the second half of pregnancy if there are compelling indications.	They don't use it.
Contraindications for use	Allergies, menstrual bleeding, first half of pregnancy.	Allergic predisposition of the body.
Side effects	Discomfort inside the vagina, headaches, stomach pains.	Allergy.
Method of administration and dosage	Use 1 suppository intravaginally for six days in a row.	Use one suppository once, but no later than 2 hours after unprotected sexual intercourse.
Overdose	Side effects may increase.	There were no messages.
Interactions with other drugs	Combination with nystatin and natamycin should be avoided.	Combination with detergents is not recommended.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store for 3 years under normal conditions, out of reach of children.	Can be stored for up to 2 years at room temperature.

Of course, suppositories for infection prevention are not a panacea and do not guarantee complete protection against diseases. However, they can be used as a component of complex preventive measures prescribed by a doctor in order to protect the body from possible infectious lesions.