Pimafucin suppositories 100mg #6

Pimafucin suppositories instruction for use

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The drug Pimafucin belongs to the group of antibiotics with a pronounced antifungal effect.

Release form and drug composition

The drug Pimafucin is produced in the form of suppositories for insertion into the vagina in strips of aluminum foil in cardboard packs of 3 or 6 suppositories.
The suppositories are oblong in shape with a slight yellowish or brownish tinge. Each suppository contains 100 mg of the active active ingredient - Natamycin, as well as a number of auxiliary components.

Pharmacological properties

Pimafucin suppositories are a polyene macrolide antibiotic with a wide spectrum of effects. The drug is highly effective against bacteria and fungi. Penetrating directly into the pathological cell, the active substance has a destructive effect on its membranes, preventing further growth and reproduction.
The drug has a therapeutic effect on pathogens sensitive to Natamycin. Even with prolonged use does not cause addiction and withdrawal after discontinuation of therapy.

Indications for use

Suppositories Pimafucin prescribed to patients for the treatment of diseases caused by yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida:
    Candidiasis;
    Valvit;
    Vaginitis;
    Vulvovaginitis;
    Colpit

Contraindications

Before starting therapy, you should always consult with your doctor, since Pimafucin suppositories have a number of contraindications:
    Increased individual sensitivity;
    Age up to 16 years due to unproven safety and lack of application experience.
With caution using the drug during pregnancy and lactation.

Dosing and Administration

Pimafucin suppositories are for intravaginal use only. Depending on the indications and characteristics of the body, a woman is prescribed 1 candle 1 time per day deep into the vagina. The duration of the course of treatment in most cases is 3 days, if necessary, the course can be extended for the same period.
In case of a severe fungal disease in combination with suppositories Pimafucin, the same drug is additionally prescribed in the form of tablets for oral use, and Pimafucin cream is prescribed for the treatment of pathology of the sexual partner.
Important: after the disappearance of the clinical manifestations of the disease, drug therapy should be continued for several more days; it is impossible to stop treatment without permission, barely feeling the improvement. Otherwise, the disease will return again. But it will be more pronounced and difficult to treat.

Use among pregnant women and nursing mothers

Suppositories Pimafucin, if necessary, can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Since the absorption of Natamycin occurs mainly locally, the drug almost does not penetrate into the systemic circulation, and therefore can not enter the uterus or stand out with breast milk.

Side effects

The drug Pimafucin suppositories are well tolerated by patients, but in some cases local adverse reactions may develop:
    Burning;
    Itching;
    Increased pathological secretions;
    Redness and swelling of the mucous membranes of the vagina.
As a rule, these symptoms are not dangerous and do not require cancellation of treatment; all unpleasant phenomena disappear within a few minutes after the suppository dissolves.

Overdose

Since the drug is practically not absorbed into the general bloodstream, the likelihood of an overdose, even with prolonged use is absent.
If a candle is accidentally swallowed (for example, in small children), it is necessary to immediately induce vomiting and to give activated charcoal.

The interaction of the drug with other drugs

During treatment with Pimafucin, a woman is not recommended to douche or use tampons soaked in other drugs, as this may reduce the therapeutic effect of Natamycin.

special instructions

During the dissolution of the suppositories, a thick foamy substance is formed, which allows the drug to be evenly distributed inside the vagina.
To achieve the maximum therapeutic effect, both partners should undergo drug treatment, while a man is prescribed Pimafucin in the form of a cream. During therapy, it is best to refuse sexual intercourse.
For often recurrent fungal diseases or chronic pathologies, Pimafucine suppositories should be combined with Pimafucine in the form of tablets.
For women during the period of menstruation, drug treatment is not carried out, if the patient has to have monthly periods, the therapy is best postponed until the end of the critical days.
Since during treatment with suppositories can increase vaginal discharge, for hygiene should be disposable pads. Active and auxiliary substances suppositories can adversely affect latex products, which should inform patients who do not want an unplanned pregnancy.
Due to the lack of experience in using and not proven safety of the drug among persons aged less than 16 years, Pimafucin suppositories are not prescribed to girls who have not reached this age.

Terms of sell and storage conditions

You can buy Pimafucin suppositories at a pharmacy without a doctor's prescription. Suppositories should be kept out of the reach of children in a cool place for no more than 2 years from the date of production, which is indicated on the package.