Features and uses of Miramistin in women during pregnancy

Pregnancy is a period in a woman's life when a special approach to health is required. After all, for the consequences of the disease and its lack of treatment( or an inadequate situation), not only the mother's body, but also the baby will answer.

During pregnancy, various oral infections, ear-nose-throat, female genitals, abrasions can occur.

For the treatment and prevention of diseases of various origins, doctors often prescribe pregnant women an antiseptic drug Miramistin.

The first acquaintance of

Miramistin is a domestic antimicrobial medication that has a wide scope of application. It has antiretroviral and bactericidal action due to the active component - benzyldimethyl-myristoylamino-propylammonium.

This compound interacts with the membrane of the microbial cell, causing its destruction. It is very effective in relation to many types of microorganisms: gram-positive( staphylococci, streptococci) and gram-negative anaerobes and aerobes, acid-fast( including Koch's stick causing tuberculosis), spore-forming microbes.

The peculiarity of the drug is that it actively affects microbial associations, pathogens of nosocomial infections, microbes that have multidrug resistance to antibiotics, various kinds of fungi and a conditionally pathogenic microflora. It is widely used in the prevention and treatment of venereal diseases.

Active against complex viruses, including the herpes virus and HIV.Has immunomodulatory, wound-healing effect on tissues and organs.

These properties of Miramistin allow the use of the drug in many fields of medicine:

• obstetrics and gynecology;
• dermatovenereology;
• otorhinolaryngology;
• surgery and traumatology;
• dentistry.

The preparation practically does not cause side effects, the manufacturer has proved its hypoallergenicity. The agent has local action, is not absorbed into the peripheral circulatory system and has no systemic influence.

All this allowed doctors to conclude that the use of Miramistin is possible in pregnancy and breastfeeding, if there are appropriate indications.

Dental application

For the treatment of infections and inflammatory diseases in the oral cavity, the preparation is used as a spray with a specific packing, and it can also be used as a rinse solution. During pregnancy Miramistin can be used for the treatment and prevention of the following dental diseases:

1. The most effective Miramistin with thrush , which is a frequent companion of pregnancy and manifests itself in the oral cavity and in the genital area.
2. Stomatitis .This is a lesion of the mucous membrane of the mouth, in which ulcerous formations appear on the gums, the inner side of the lips, cheeks and tongue. In this case, the mucous membrane becomes edematous, hyperemic, painful, there may be bleeding gums, increased salivation. It can be caused by various pathogens( bacteria, viruses, mycoplasmas), which Miramistin has activity for.
3. Gingivitis , and if it is not treated and periodontal disease - it is an inflammation of the gums, accompanied by their swelling and redness. It is caused by microbial biofilms, which include spirochetes, actinomycetes, fusobacteria.

In addition to treating inflammatory conditions, Miramistine is used to irrigate the oral cavity after surgical interventions.
Usually, the drug is used for 5-7 days in the form of a spray of 0.01%, which is sprayed onto the mucosa, or as a rinse solution.

Uses for the treatment of ENT diseases

Miramistin is prescribed for diseases of the nasopharynx of various etiologies that often occur in women during pregnancy against the background of weakened immunity:

1. Pharyngitis .Inflammatory process on the mucosa and lymphoid tissue of the pharynx caused by pathogenic cocci, viruses or fungi of the genus Candida.
2. Laryngitis .Inflammation of the larynx, accompanied by hoarseness until the complete loss of voice until the moment of recovery.
3. Tonsillite .The defeat of the pharyngeal and palatine tonsils, developing after the transferred angina. It is caused by staphylococci, pneumococci, adenoviruses, chlamydia.
4. Sinusitis .Inflammation of the mucous membrane of one or more sinuses of the nose. Inflammation of the maxillary sinuses - sinusitis, is treated by repeated washing of the nose with Miramistin, a 0.01% solution of 500 ml is usually used.

In diseases of the nasopharynx, irrigation of the back wall of the throat and throat with Miramistin spray is done 2-3 times by pressing the nozzle or the solution is poured directly into the throat. The duration of treatment is determined by the attending physician, usually 7-10 days.

Also very effective and absolutely safe for pregnant women inhalation.

Use in gynecology

An obstetrician-gynecologist can prescribe Miramistin in the following cases:

• fungal diseases, candidiasis;
• urethritis;
• venereal diseases;
• is a postpartum infection;
• for surgical interventions during labor;
• Other nonspecific inflammatory processes of the reproductive system.

Usually, a spray or a candle is prescribed, less often in the form of a solution applied to tampons.

The use of Miramistine in gynecology is possible in several ways:

1. Tampons are inserted into the vagina cavity of the .The hygienic tampon is impregnated with Miramistin and injected into the vagina for two hours. The method is effective for vaginitis and colpitis( inflammation of the mucous membrane of the vagina), vulvovaginitis( accompanied also by external genital lesions) and is optimal for use by pregnant women.
2. Candles are more often prescribed for thrush - suppositories are inserted into the vagina before bed. This method is much more effective due to the long preservation of the active substance at the site of injury, and is also an alternative to douching, which is undesirable to carry out during pregnancy.
3. Irrigation with solution .It is carried out for the prevention of postpartum complications, with genital herpes, for the treatment of diseases of the external genitalia. The remedy can also process the suture after caesarean section.
4. Ointment is commonly used in surgical practice and for lubricating the wound surface.

Special instructions

First, the drug can be used strictly according to the doctor's prescription, which should describe in detail the method of administration, dosage, dosage form of the preparation, the frequency of use.

It is necessary to follow these instructions so as not to harm the fetus or infants if it is administered during breastfeeding.

Secondly, the phenomenon of individual intolerance of the components of the drug is not ruled out, which can manifest itself in the form of itching, both at the infection site and throughout the body, rashes on the skin( dermatitis), shortness of breath.

With these symptoms, it is necessary to stop taking the drug and consult a doctor.

Thirdly, there may occur side effects, the most frequent( but still very rare):

• itching, burning;
• redness;
• dryness, tightness of integuments.

With minor and fast-acting adverse events, you can continue to use Miramistine, if they begin to bring discomfort, you need a specialist consultation that will prescribe another drug that is safe during pregnancy.

Miramistin is absolutely safe when lactated, as its active ingredient has a predominantly focal effect and does not enter the breast milk in any way.

The real situation is. ..

Reviews of patients on the admission of Miramistine during pregnancy and during lactation.

Application Miramistine is safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding, the most important thing to remember about the doctor's recommendations, because in your hands, not only your health, but your child's health.