Indications for Clotrimazole in Pregnancy
Candidiasis, or thrush, is one of the most common gynecological diseases that an overwhelming majority of women experience during their lifetime. Very often this ailment makes itself felt during pregnancy, when the organism of the future mother is especially prone to various infections.
During the waiting period of the baby, the thrush needs to be treated immediately, as it significantly poisons the life of a woman who is in an "interesting" position, and, in addition, may adversely affect the development and condition of the fetus in the mother's womb.
Clotrimazole candles are used during pregnancy to combat this disease. In addition, this drug can be used to treat fungal infections of the skin and mucous membranes, as well as for the sanation of the birth canal in anticipation of the birth process.
Peculiarities of taking prepatate during pregnancy
According to the instructions for the use of clotrimazole suppositories during pregnancy, this medication can not be used for a total of 1 trimester. Since this stage is very important for the correct and full-fledged formation of the internal organs and systems of the future baby, it is better to refuse the use of medication during the first 3 months of expectation of the baby.
Clotrimazole candles can be used during the 2nd and 3rd trimester of a candle, but it should be taken into account that this remedy can provoke allergic reactions. That is why the use of this drug in the period of expectation of the baby is possible only for the purpose and under the strict supervision of a doctor.
In anticipation of an early birth, at approximately 39 weeks of pregnancy, Clotrimazole suppositories can be used for the sanitation of the birth canal. In this case, the future mother inserts deeply into the vagina one suppository of 200 mg, which has antiparasitic, antibacterial and fungicidal action. If necessary, Clotrimazole suppositories can also be used at 37 weeks of pregnancy to avoid a vertical pathway from mother to child.
Dosage and frequency of drug intake
Typically, with mild disease, pregnant women are prescribed a single 500 mg suppository. In the case of an average severity of the disease, one vaginal suppository is prescribed 200 mg per day for 3 days. If the disease is started, the course of treatment is increased to 6-7 days, however, the expectant mother uses 1 candle 100 mg per day.
Contraindications and side effects of Clotrimazole during pregnancy
Candlesticks Clotrimazole have no contraindications to use, except for cases of individual intolerance to any of the components of the drug. In such circumstances, the future mother after receiving this remedy may experience allergic reactions characterized by the following symptoms: itching, pain, burning and so on.
Analogues of Clotrimazole Candlesticks
You can use the analogues of Clotrimazole, for example, Candide, Canizol or Amicon. All these drugs can carry a certain danger to the baby in the mother's womb, so before using them, you should always consult a doctor