What is Genferon?
The drug includes 3 active components: interferon, anesthesin and taurine. As is known, interferon works as an immunomodulator, it activates the immune system of the body.
Taurine has an antioxidant effect, as well as pronounced hepatoprotective properties, i.e. protects liver cells from the harmful effects of viruses and pathogenic microorganisms.
Anestezin performs the role of an anesthetic component, reducing painful sensations.
When are candles designated for treatment of pregnant women?
First of all, it should be noted that any prescription of medicines in this period is performed exclusively by a doctor.
According to the instructions for candles, Genferon during pregnancy, use them is with great care. The drug is contraindicated in the short term of pregnancy and throughout the first trimester.
The thing is that the woman's immunity at this time is significantly weakened, which is necessary for the normal introduction of the embryo into the uterus. Reception of immunomodulators causes activity of protective forces of an organism, as a result of which a small organism can be mistaken for a foreign agent and rejected. there will be a spontaneous abortion.
Candlesticks Genferon with the development of colds during pregnancy can be prescribed only in the second half of gestation (2-3 trimester). In this case, the dosage, the frequency of use and the duration of administration, are indicated individually.