Content
- Release form and composition
- Mechanism of action
- action chloramphenicol
- action metiluratsila
- How the drug works?
- The main indications for use
- Application of ointments Levomekol in Gynecology
- nonspecific
- specific
- How to use Levomekol in gynecology?
- contraindications of the drug
- Side effects
- Use during pregnancy and lactation
- analogs levomekol
- Advantages and disadvantages of ointment
Conventional antibacterial agents and local use can treat diseases of the female reproductive system. One such tool acts Levomekol ointment, but the instructions for use in gynecology which has its own little nuances. They need to know not only to doctors but also to patients who will most often carry out such procedures on their own.
Release form and composition
Levomikolevaya ointment sold in pharmacies and in tubes and jars. It consists of the active components can be identified:
- Chloramphenicol (7.5 mg per 1 g of means).
- Methyluracil (40 mg per 1 g of means).
For a more uniform and simple application and rapid penetration of substances into the body tissue of the auxiliary components are included:
- polyoxyethylene-400 (due to the dewatering action reduces swelling);
- polyethylene oxide-1500 (attached to the necessary consistency means).
The ointment is structurally homogeneous, of medium thickness. It has or completely white, or may present a slight tinge of yellow.
The shelf life of the sealed tube is 3.5 years. After opening the tube, it is desirable to use the ointment is not more than a year, because it eventually loses its effectiveness.
Mechanism of action
A plurality of gynecological diseases caused by infections, causing inflammation foci. A variety of pathogens affect the genital tract, causing discomfort. Levomekol is a combined antibacterial preparation which has a broad spectrum of effects on the reproductive system.
Widespread use of means based on the beneficial properties of its active components.
action chloramphenicol
Antibacterial effects on the body provides Chloramphenicol which was obtained by artificial means. This substance is able to:
- blocking enzymes synthesized microbial cell;
- disrupt protein production within the microorganism;
- block vital activity and the proliferation of bacteria;
- kills germs that caused the inflammation.
Because of its synthetic origin Chloramphenicol is able to cope with a large number of bacteria, ranging from staphylococci and streptococci, ending antibiotic-resistant strains.
action metiluratsila
Also it should be noted Metiluratsil, which has several useful effects:
- It accelerates the production of blood cells;
- enhances immune cell division;
- greatly accelerates the healing process of damaged tissues;
- It reduces the effect of inflammatory processes.
How the drug works?
Such a large number of positive effects caused rationality gynecological use of the drug. Application levomekol involves the following effects:
- antibacterial;
- anti-inflammatory;
- immunomodulatory;
- restorative;
- anabolic.
In addition, possible to use in purulent contamination application zone. The tool does not become less effective in doing so.
The main indications for use
Before considering gynecological applications should become familiar with the basic indications for use levomekol:
- sores;
- purulent diseases;
- sutures after surgery;
- acute purulent inflammation of cellular spaces;
- abscesses;
- burns of degree 2 and 3;
- decubitus ulcers.
The substance immediately penetrates the tissue, providing painless removal the healing of wounds and inflammation, edema.
Read also about the application in gynecology tampon with Vishnevsky ointment and about tampons with Dimexidum.
Application of ointments Levomekol in Gynecology
If you take all the inflammatory processes in the pelvic organs, they can be divided into:
nonspecific
Such inflammation often occur when a decrease in immunity. As a rule, the use of special tools are not required, because the causative agent of the inflammatory process are common bacteria whose presence in the mucosa is considered the norm.
specific
The cause of infection acts special bacterial flora (gonococcus, treponema, and the Trichomonas t. D.). Here it will require more serious drugs.
Levomekol used in the following pathologies:
- Bacterial vaginitis;
- Erosion (ectopia) of the cervix;
- vulvitis;
- vaginal bacteria overgrowth;
- Genital herpes;
- Gonorrhea (as an additional drug);
- Treatment of lesions of the skin area of the genitals.
Levomekol ointment can remove not only the unpleasant symptoms of various diseases. In addition to relieving pain, swelling, inflammation and itching, means eliminates the bacterial flora, which has caused the infectious process.
But it is worth remembering that this drug is not manufactured as gynecological tools, so its use must first be discussed with your doctor. It is possible that he will prescribe some creams that are more suited to a particular situation.
How to use Levomekol in gynecology?
Many women do not quite understand how the procedure is done with the use of this ointment in gynecology, because while there are some difficulties. When applied to the skin clear, then for administration to the vagina necessary to additionally use tamponchiki, which must be pre-applied agent.
As regards the rules on the use of postoperative seams, perineal tears, you must:
- Apply on the affected place a small strip of ointment;
- means gently spread over the skin surface;
- repeat the procedure once or twice a day;
- be treated no more than two weeks.
Now you need to figure out how to do swabs levomekol in gynecology:
- Preliminary hygiene female genitals;
- We need to make cotton swabs (about 15 mm in length and 5 mm in diameter);
- put on pads ointment;
- tampons with ointment inserted into the vagina for 6-8 hours;
- desirable to carry out the procedure at bedtime;
- morning tampons to get, and then spend the usual hygiene genitals.
Make swabs levomekol is not difficult, but you must consult your doctor.
If a woman hurt when administered funds, you should discontinue use. Can never be self-appoint themselves a means, because in such a case, it can not only have the effect, but also harm your health.
In some situations, you can also pick up drugs with similar effects on the body.
Often for the treatment of reproductive system diseases, women use traditional medicine, namely herbal tampons. This popular means of Oriental Medicine who won huge popularity at first in the East and is now widely applied, and in our homeland. The most popular - tampons Beautiful Life. It is about them, you can find a lot of positive feedback, so if you need treatment is better to choose these herbal balls. However, even in the treatment of folk remedies you are careful and keep a control of dynamics of treatment with your doctor.
Find out what applies in Gynecology tampons with sea buckthorn oil and tampons with honey.
contraindications of the drug
Ointment Levomekol in gynecology can not be used if the patient is observed intolerance to the active agent components. But there are situations when you need to be especially careful:
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- psoriasis;
- acute fungal pathology;
- together with other topical use preparations.
The doctor may decide to designate only made after the vaginal smear, and additional diagnostics.
Side effects
Most often side effects occur while you are hypersensitive to drugs or non-compliance with the rules of use.
Can appear:
- allergic rashes;
- swelling of the subcutaneous tissue;
- hives;
- itching and redness at the site of application.
To avoid negative consequences, it is necessary to use the drug correctly. Reviews of overdose means are not marked.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
The product has a minimal systemic absorption, why not use during pregnancy and lactation. Also worth noting is that Levomekol often used in obstetric practice. They may be treated with umbilical wound, a site of damaged skin, as well as local inflammation of the skin grafts and after injections.
But you can not use the ointment for a long time, or increasing the degree of absorption into the bloodstream. Here already there is a high probability of negative consequences.
analogs levomekol
When detected in the composition of substances to which you have an intolerance, tell your doctor. Specialist will select the analogue drugs and eliminate the possibility of allergies. Absolute counterparts levomekol is: Levometil and Netran (no longer manufactured).
They are distinguished by manufacturer and price:
- Levomekol - 110-130 rubles.
- Levometil - 40-50 rubles.
But the composition effect on the organism and method of application are identical. You may want to consult with your doctor about levomekol replaced by cheaper counterpart.
If you take a pharmacological effect, then Levomekol can be replaced by similar means:
- Levosin,
- Fastin 1,
- Protegentin,
- Salicylic-zinc paste with chloramphenicol,
- Streptonitol,
- Lingezin.
But the issue unique addresses physician. Besides, it does not prevent to test the reaction of skin to the drug to immediately eliminate individual intolerance which may express itself in the form of redness, itching or allergic reaction.
Advantages and disadvantages of ointment
Among the advantages are:
- highly effective means to deal with a variety of inflammation;
- It provides quick healing process without the formation of scar tissue;
- Low price range;
- sustainable conservation effect;
- after use significantly improves the condition of the skin;
- perfectly removes irritation and itching.
Among the disadvantages:
- as effective as systemic antibiotics;
- quite uncomfortable to use for the treatment of genital mutilation;
- can not be used without consulting a doctor;
- there is a possibility of allergic reactions (low).
From which will depend on the purpose of the physician, it is impossible to predict. But in any case it is better specialist nobody can pick up an agent for the treatment of specific diseases of the reproductive system.