Candles and ointment viferon in pregnancy: use in the 1, 2, 3 trimester for colds and herpes

During pregnancy, as in any other period of life, a woman is susceptible to various diseases and infections. This is due to the fact that the immune system is weakened. At first, the immune system perceives the fetus as a foreign formation, and all forces are directed at fighting it. But gradually, addiction occurs and the fight is weakened. There is a decrease in the activity of the immune system. But a similar effect of such a reaction is a decrease in the protective properties of the body, its resistance to infections. As a result - diseases, colds, the addition of bacterial and viral infections. The problem is that treatment cannot be carried out, since it can negatively affect the condition of the fetus. But today this problem can be successfully solved by using Viferon suppositories during pregnancy. This is a remedy that allows you to effectively support the mother's body, protect it from infections. It helps to activate the immune system, neutralize infections.

Can Viferon suppositories be used during pregnancy?

They are intended for therapy during pregnancy and are safe. Their main effect is protective. They contain interferon, which is usually produced by the human body to protect against viral and bacterial flora.

Despite its safety, the drug should be used only as directed and after consultation with a doctor, since many side effects may occur if used incorrectly. In particular, the immune system can be overloaded, which can result in an autoimmune disease. The essence of such a pathology is that the immune system begins to work too intensively, producing an excessive amount of interferon and other active substances. Their action can be aimed at attacking and destroying the body's own cells.

Indications viferon suppositories in pregnancy

The drug is used as part of complex therapy for the treatment of various infectious and inflammatory diseases, as well as artificial introduction of interferon into the body. It is used to treat colds, herpes, urogenital infections, even mycoinfection. It is also used to treat many diseases that are provoked by bacterial microflora. It is recommended for the treatment of chlamydial and rickettsial infections, for the treatment of pneumonia, bronchitis, meningitis and even sepsis. The difference of the drug is that it can be used to treat pregnant women, as well as newborns and premature babies.

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Use of Viferon suppositories during pregnancy:

• For colds

Thanks to its powerful immunostimulating effect, the drug effectively helps fight viral infections and colds.

• From temperature

The drug does not have a direct antipyretic effect, but due to the fact that it affects the cause of the disease - microflora, and increases immunity, inflammation is relieved, the infectious process is eliminated. As a result, the temperature decreases.

• For acute respiratory viral infections

This drug is used to treat ARVI, since its main action is aimed at stimulating the immune system and destroying viruses. This helps treat not only ARVI, but also other viral diseases. Sometimes 2 courses may be required for full recovery.

• For herpes

The action of the drug is aimed at combating herpes too. It has found wide application in herpetic damage to the skin, mucous membranes. It has a positive effect, both in mild forms of damage, and in severe ones.

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Release form

The drug is available in the form of ointment, gel and suppositories (candles). Candles are available in different weights and dosages. One package contains 10 candles and instructions for use.

• Viferon suppositories 150000

These are suppositories that contain 150,000 IU (international units) of the active substance. That is, the dosage of one suppository is 150,000 IU. This is the minimum dosage that is prescribed for mild forms of the disease, as well as for the treatment of many colds, for the prevention and maintenance of immunity.

• Viferon suppositories 500000

The indicated number indicates the dosage of the drug. It should be understood that 1 suppository contains 500,000 IU of the active substance. This is an average dosage that can be prescribed for moderate infectious and inflammatory processes, to support the body during the recovery period after infectious and viral diseases.

• Viferon suppositories 1000000

One suppository contains 1,000,000 IU of the active ingredient. This is a fairly strong dosage that can be used to treat severe forms of colds and viral diseases, urogenital and chlamydial infections, long-term infectious diseases, and also to treat hepatitis.

• Viferon suppositories 3000000

The drug contains 3,000,000 active ingredients. This is the maximum dosage that can be prescribed for severe forms of the disease, intrauterine infection of the fetus, sepsis, severe viral and bacterial diseases that do not respond to treatment for a long time. Recommended for severe pneumonia, bronchitis, cystitis.

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Pharmacodynamics

The drug is based on the active substance - human recombinant interferon alpha-2. This is a substance that is produced by the cells of the body's immune system and provides reliable protection against infection. The drug contains interferon, artificially synthesized in the laboratory. It, like natural interferon, has an antiviral effect and also stimulates the immune system.

Additionally, it has antiproliferative properties, which protects the body from cancer and prevents further reproduction and spread of viruses. The composition includes various auxiliary substances, such as vitamins, antioxidants, which ensure the removal of toxins, cleansing the body, and increasing the body's resistance.

The principle of action is that it enhances the activity of cells responsible for the destruction of viruses, and also stimulates additional production of natural interferon. This enhances immunomodulatory properties, normalizes the level of other biologically active substances that provide protection for the body. Antioxidants also stabilize cell membranes and have restorative properties. There are no side effects, since the composition includes a substance that is natural for the human body.

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Pharmacokinetics

The main transformations of the substance are in the blood serum. The half-life is 12 hours, after which repeated administration of the drug is required.

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Dosing and administration

Suppositories are used rectally. The dosage is selected by the doctor individually. It depends on many factors, including the patient's condition, the severity of the disease, the form, and the localization of the infectious process. The dosage is often determined by the results of tests. For example, for the treatment of hepatitis, a dosage of 3,000,000 to 5,000,000 IU may be prescribed, while 150,000 IU will be enough to treat a cold. For prevention, 150,000 IU is usually enough. Treatment may require 1-2 courses, while sepsis and severe forms of the generalized process may require 3-4 courses.

How to use Viferon suppositories during pregnancy?

Suppositories are inserted rectally (into the rectum) as prescribed by a doctor. Self-medication should never be done, as this can have serious consequences for the immune system.

• Viferon suppositories in early pregnancy

It does not have a negative effect on the fetus, so it can be used starting from the 14th week.

• Viferon suppositories during pregnancy in the 1st trimester

They are used in the treatment of infectious and viral diseases, supporting the immune system of women and the fetus. It is approved for use during pregnancy at any stage, since the active substance is interferon, which is a natural protective protein of the body.

• Viferon suppositories during pregnancy in the second trimester

They are used in any trimester, since the drug is absolutely safe for the woman and harmless to the fetus. It is recommended to use for colds, inflammatory, infectious diseases.

• Viferon suppositories during pregnancy in the 3rd trimester

It can be used at any time, since the drug provides protection of the body from infection, prevents the development of diseases, infections. Promotes a speedy recovery. It has no side effects.

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Use viferon suppositories in pregnancy during pregnancy

One of the few products approved for use by pregnant women. Can be used at all stages. Mainly suppositories are used during this period. Replenishes the deficiency in immunity and makes the body produce its own protective substances. Recovery occurs much faster. The composition also includes vitamins that enhance the effect of the drug, increase the speed and intensity of the immune response, promote rapid healing of wounds and removal of the inflammatory process. Thanks to the use of the drug, the inflammatory process is localized, the likelihood of infection spreading throughout the body is reduced.

The great advantage of the drug is that it affects even intracellular parasites such as chlamydia, rickettsia, and mycoplasma. This infection is especially dangerous for the baby, as it can lead to miscarriage or artificial abortion in the early stages, and to intrauterine infection and premature birth in the later stages. Conventional drugs are not able to affect these microorganisms. In addition, intracellular parasites have reliable protection against exposure, and interferon is able to destroy and overcome this defense.

Contraindications

The drug has no contraindications, since it contains substances that are natural for the body. The drug is contraindicated only in case of individual intolerance to the components that are part of the composition.

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Side effects viferon suppositories in pregnancy

Sometimes an allergy or rash may appear. Usually these symptoms go away on their own after a while. If they do not go away, it is better to stop taking the medicine, then the symptoms will stop bothering you after 72 hours.

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Overdose

There are no known cases of overdose.

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Interactions with other drugs

Viferon can be used in combination with all medications, even chemotherapy drugs and hormonal agents.

Storage conditions

Store in original packaging at a temperature of 2 to 8 degrees. The place should be inaccessible to children.

Shelf life

The drug can be used for 2 years.

Doctors' reviews

The difficulties of treating pregnant women are related to the fact that many drugs are contraindicated. It is especially difficult to cure diseases of viral and bacterial etiology, since traditional antibacterial and antiviral therapy can negatively affect the condition of the fetus. But Viferon suppositories during pregnancy have become a completely new page in the history of infection therapy. It can be used by pregnant women, nursing mothers and even newborns. The drug acts quickly, effectively, and most importantly - safely. Over the years of practice, suppositories have proven themselves to be the best. Although the drug is also available in the form of a gel and ointment.