The use of sea buckthorn candles, their composition and effectiveness for various diseases
Sea buckthorn candles is a sea buckthorn oil-based medicine that is widely used to treat hemorrhoids and various gynecological diseases. They are distinguished by their natural and safe composition, ease of use and availability. They have no contraindications, except for individual sensitivity to individual components, including they can be used during pregnancy.
Sea buckthorn suppositories are a natural pharmaceutical remedy for the treatment of hemorrhoids and gynecological diseases.
Scope of candles based on sea buckthorn
Suppositories with sea buckthorn oil are sold in the pharmacy in two forms: for rectal and vaginal use. In the first case, they are effective for the treatment of hemorrhoids, in the second they are used for various gynecological diseases. Regardless of the method of administration, suppositories have a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect and stimulate tissue regeneration.
For the treatment of hemorrhoids
Indications for the use of rectal sea buckthorn suppositories can be:
- pain and sensation of the presence of a foreign object in the rectum;
- the appearance of a small amount of bloody discharge with feces;
- disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, frequent constipation.
Sea buckthorn candles are easy to use. Unlike analogues in the form of an ointment or cream, this drug can act directly on inflamed hemorrhoids. It is prescribed not only for hemorrhoids, but also for the treatment of cracks or ulcers of the rectal mucosa. The duration of its use for hemorrhoids, as well as the number of procedures per day, is assigned individually.
Sea buckthorn oil, which is part of the candles, has a complex therapeutic effect in many diseases.
Hemorrhoid treatment can include various medications, including sea buckthorn suppositories. However, not at every stage of this disease, suppositories will be able to provide the necessary therapeutic effect. In the early stages, when blood circulation in the hemorrhoids is possible, and their loss does not occur, the agent may well be prescribed as the only method of treatment. At stages 3 and 4, running hemorrhoids can only be cured by surgery. In this case, sea buckthorn candles will be useful during the rehabilitation period after removing the nodes and for preventing the re-development of pathology.
In gynecology
Sea buckthorn suppositories in gynecology can be the main or additional treatment for various pathologies. They gently affect the mucous membrane of the genital tract, relieve pain and inflammation, accelerate the healing of wounds, cracks and erosions.
Among the main indications for the use of candles based on sea buckthorn are:
- erosion of the cervix;
- inflammatory changes in the mucous membrane of the genital tract (non-infectious or infectious);
- endocervicitis;
- colpitis.
Suppositories with sea buckthorn in gynecology are included in the treatment of most diseases. They are prescribed as a means of conservative therapy or during the rehabilitation period after operations.
Candles melt quickly from body temperature, so each of them is individually wrapped.
Candles during pregnancy
During the period of gestation, many drugs are prohibited, because either they have a teratogenic effect (cause fetal abnormalities), or their effect on the fetus is not well understood. Sea buckthorn suppositories during pregnancy are one of the few drugs that can be used without contraindications. The fact is that its components do not penetrate into the general bloodstream, but have an effect directly at the injection site.
Pregnancy and childbirth are common causes of hemorrhoids in women. Under fetal pressure, the location of the pelvic organs changes, which negatively affects blood circulation. Stagnation of blood in the hemorrhoidal veins leads to inflammation and enlargement of the nodes, and it is important for a woman to find a suitable remedy that does not harm the fetus. Candle based sea buckthorn safe both during pregnancy and during breastfeeding - their active ingredients do not penetrate into breast milk and cannot harm the baby.
If you wish, you can make suppositories yourself based on sea buckthorn and butter.
The composition and mechanism of action of candles
The main active ingredient of the candles is natural sea buckthorn oil. Its chemical composition is represented by vitamins, essential fatty acids and other biologically active components.
When it gets on the mucous membranes, the drug has a therapeutic effect in several different directions:
- relieves inflammation by inhibiting the action of cellular immunity and reducing the production of histamine in the blood;
- considered a natural antioxidant - it protects cells from the harmful effects of free radicals and pathological oxidation reactions, prevents premature aging and cell death;
- produces a pronounced antibacterial effect - pure sea buckthorn and products based on it destroy many varieties of pathogenic microflora (including E. coli, staphylococcus, streptococcus, the causative agent of salmonellosis);
- stimulates the processes of regeneration of the mucous membrane at the injection site - instead of damaged inflamed tissue, new healthy cellular elements are formed;
- normalizes the blood clotting index, which is important in the treatment of hemorrhoids.
Sea buckthorn oil is also used in its pure form. You can buy it at the pharmacy and make natural candles based on it at home.
Instructions for use
The instruction for sea buckthorn candles depends on the indications for their use. They are produced in cardboard boxes, which contain contour cells with 1 candle in each of them. The peculiarity of the drug is that it has a low melting point and, in contact with the skin, turns into an oily liquid.
There are several recommendations for the use of both rectal and vaginal suppositories:
- before the procedure, the surface of the hands and the area of administration of the agent should be cleaned;
- after opening a separate cell, the candle is inserted immediately, without waiting for it to melt;
- the procedure is best done with gloves;
- after the introduction of the candle, it is recommended to remain in a horizontal position for another 5-10 minutes so that the liquid does not flow out.
If the doctor prescribes 1 procedure per day, it is better to carry it out at night, just before bedtime. Absorption of the active components of the drug will take at least half an hour, and during this time the oily liquid can flow out and remain on the laundry.In addition, the effectiveness of the treatment will be significantly reduced. If you need to use 2 candles a day, the first procedure is carried out in the morning. In this case, it is worth considering the characteristics of the drug and not using it immediately before leaving.
Using rectal suppositories
Rectal suppositories from sea buckthorn are inserted into the anus 1 or 2 times a day. Before the procedure, it is recommended to empty the bowels naturally or to give an enema. The dosage of the drug depends on the patient's age and the degree of hemorrhoids. Patients over 14 years old can be prescribed 2 suppositories per day (morning and evening), from 6 to 14 years old - 1 suppository per day. The duration of the course of treatment may differ, but generally it is 10-15 days.
The use of vaginal suppositories
Vaginal sea buckthorn suppositories are often used in gynecology. The principle of their use does not differ from rectal suppositories, and treatment can last 1-3 weeks or longer. If necessary, you can repeat the course after a week's break. Douching with warm water is recommended before the procedure.
Unlike many analogues, sea buckthorn-based preparations are safe and can be used without contraindications at any age.
Contraindications and possible side effects
The instructions for the use of sea buckthorn candles indicate that they can be used at any age without contraindications. The product contains only natural safe ingredients that are not absorbed into the bloodstream and exercise their therapeutic effect only at the injection site. For this reason, sea buckthorn suppositories for hemorrhoids during pregnancy are one of the few medicines that can be used without fear. They are also prescribed after childbirth, and during the course of therapy there is no need to stop breastfeeding.
The only condition under which the drug may be contraindicated is individual sensitivity to its individual components and a tendency to manifest allergies. In this case, the course of treatment must be discontinued, and the suppositories must be replaced with one of the analogues with a different composition.
Sea buckthorn candles are a complex natural preparation that is used alone or as part of a complex therapy for many diseases. Its main active ingredient is sea buckthorn oil, a source of anti-inflammatory elements as well as beneficial vitamins and minerals. In its pure form, this substance is useful for the treatment of inflammatory pathologies of the skin and visible mucous membranes, it is used in dermatology and cosmetology. The oil in the composition of the suppositories is no less effective, and this form makes it convenient for use in hemorrhoids and gynecological diseases.