Treatment of candidiasis with borax in glycerin

Currently, thrush is a serious problem that causes discomfort to patients and requires treatment. Not only women but also men suffer from this disease. In addition to the traditional form of thrush that gynecologists have to deal with, there are other non-standard forms. For example, oral thrush is known, which is often observed in newborns. It is not always possible to treat thrush with medications (for example, during pregnancy, in newborns), so sometimes there is a need to use folk remedies and herbal preparations. One of these forms is borax in glycerin for thrush.

Indications borax in glycerol

The main indications for the use of borax in glycerin are thrush and any symptoms resembling it. These are itching, burning, discharge, ulcers on the mucous membranes, redness. It is used in the treatment of thrush of the oral cavity, reproductive organs, urinary tract. It is effective in the treatment of skin diseases, diaper rash and bedsores, it is used as a disinfectant for damage and violations of the integrity of the mucous membranes and skin. There are also known cases of using this product as a drug to combat parasitic infections, to disinfect the bite site of insects, cockroaches, fleas, and even dogs.

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Borax in glycerin for nail fungus

It is used externally. It is necessary to soak cotton wool or bandage in the solution, apply it to the damaged nail for about 15-20 minutes. You can put a bandage on top, remove it after the recommended time. It is important to observe safety precautions. For nail fungus, it is used in the form of a solution in glycerin. Borax is intended for external use only. It is not used internally. It is necessary to strictly follow the dosage rules, since even a minimal deviation from the norm in one direction or another can have negative consequences. Thus, a decrease in dosage can lead to the fact that the drug will be ineffective, moreover, resistance to it can develop. This contributes to the fact that the inflammatory-infectious process will progress, and the bacteria and fungus that caused it will undergo mutation and acquire new properties, become a new source of infection (so-called secondary foci of infection are formed). Exceeding the dose can result in an overdose, complications, burns, deterioration of the condition.

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Borax in glycerin for stomatitis

For stomatitis, borax is used as a solution in glycerin for rinsing and lubricating the throat and oral cavity. Depending on the dosage used, it can have both a fungicidal and fungistatic effect. In the first case, the fungal infection is completely destroyed, that is, the fungus dies completely. In the second case, the activity of the fungus is simply reduced, and its ability to reproduce is inhibited. In various situations, one or another effect may be required, and only a doctor can determine the dosage. At first glance, it may seem that the most logical option is to completely destroy the fungus. It seems illogical not to completely destroy it. But it turns out that sometimes there is a need to only stop the reproduction of the fungus, since in the case of its complete destruction, dysbacteriosis can develop, which will lead to even more unfavorable consequences, and can cause repeated inflammation or bacterial infection. It does not have a direct toxic effect on the body, it acts directly on the microflora, as well as on the system of non-specific resistance.

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Release form

It is produced as a solution of the main active substance (sodium tetraborate) in glycerin. The release form is a liquid, packaged in dark glass bottles.

• Borax solution in glycerin

The procedures are not used as a home remedy, they are used exclusively in a medical institution, the procedure must be carried out by a specialist. This minimizes risks and side effects. Another reason that the treatment is carried out in a hospital is that the drug should be administered only after a preliminary diagnostic study, and during the treatment it is necessary to systematically monitor its effectiveness and observe the course of the disease in dynamics. It is important to ensure a comprehensive diagnosis and a comprehensive approach to treating the problem. When identifying concomitant pathologies, it is necessary to begin with the elimination of these pathologies, otherwise, the effectiveness of the therapy is significantly reduced. Also, to ensure the effectiveness of the approach, it is necessary to eliminate the factor that provokes the development of pathology (trigger mechanism), otherwise relapses will constantly develop. It is necessary to ensure proper nutrition, minimize stress, improve the state of the immune system, eliminate fatigue and dysbacteriosis. It is also important not to lead an immoral lifestyle, refrain from casual relationships, do not change sexual partners often, carefully observe the rules of hygiene. The use of the drug for douching and external use is allowed. However, lubrication is more effective and safer. Borax solution in glycerin is applied to a cotton swab or a cotton swab. You can also wrap cotton wool around your index finger, dip it in the liquid and lubricate.

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Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics shows that the pharmacological properties of the solution are those of an antiseptic agent. It affects fungal infections, i.e. it acts directly on the cause of thrush. Accordingly, it is used in the course of etiological treatment. This explains the high efficiency of borax, since by eliminating the cause of the pathology, the disease passes much faster. However, there is a risk of developing dysbacteriosis, since the drug is not selective, and it does not affect only fungal infections, but affects the entire microflora, including representatives of normal microflora. By reducing the number of normal microflora, there is a possibility that pathogenic microflora will develop in its place. It is worth noting that borax is not always used as an independent remedy, it is often included in other pharmaceuticals, and is part of a combination treatment. It relieves inflammation, has an antimicrobial and restorative effect. In addition, it affects the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, reproductive organs, is used in otolaryngology, in the treatment of skin diseases. It not only relieves the inflammatory process, but also stimulates the body's defenses.

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Pharmacokinetics

When studying the pharmacodynamics, it was found that the drug is absorbed through the mucous membranes and skin. The maximum concentration in the blood is detected after 1-2 hours, circulates in the blood for 1-2 weeks, after which it is excreted in the urine. Thus, the main organs of excretion are the kidneys. This creates an additional burden on the kidneys, so it should be used with caution by people who suffer from kidney and urinary tract diseases. Some is excreted through the intestines, with feces.

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Dosing and administration

The application is quite simple: the preparation is applied in a thin layer to the affected area, approximately 2-3 times a day. The duration of treatment is a week, if ineffective, the course can be extended to 10 days. It is not recommended to treat longer. The exact scheme, method of application and dose are determined by the doctor. The preparation is also used to treat tonsillitis (the throat is lubricated with a cotton swab, approximately 5-6 times a day). It can be used for gargling, the number of gargles is up to 10 times a day. For gargling, you should prepare a special solution: take a glass of warm water, dissolve a tablespoon of usually table salt in it, and then at the very end, just before gargling, dissolve a quarter teaspoon of borax.

Borax in glycerin for men

Quite an effective remedy used for external lubrication or washing. For both men and women, borax in glycerin is used strictly as prescribed by a doctor and under his supervision. The procedure is carried out by a doctor in a treatment room. A characteristic feature is that borax not only eliminates fungal infection (somatic fungal cells), but also destroys the mycelium and hyphae of the fungus, which prevents relapses and makes it impossible for the fungus to remain inactive. It also helps restore the normal cellular structure of the mucous membranes, improves their characteristics and protective properties. Therefore, the likelihood of relapses is almost always excluded.

Glycerin for thrush in women

In case of thrush, a full course of treatment with glycerin and borax is carried out in women. In this case, the frequency and duration of therapy are determined based on the effectiveness of the therapy, how effective the treatment is (dynamic monitoring). Particular attention is paid to the quantity and quality of discharge, itching and pain.

When douching, you should strictly follow the precautions and rules of application. So, borax is used in a diluted and exclusively warm form. You need to douche for a long time - from 10 to 20 minutes, without a break. Treatment is no more than 5 days. You should not abuse it, since vaginal dysbacteriosis may develop. Against this background, a secondary infection (bacterial, fungal) may develop. It is also necessary to take into account that the solution should flow evenly and slowly into the vagina during douching, should not be under pressure. Otherwise, inflammatory processes in the vagina and external genitalia may develop. It is important to control the comfort of sensations. In no case should pain occur. If even minimal pain occurs, you need to take a break. Then you should try to relax as much as possible, and then repeat the procedure. Recurrence of pain, and especially its intensification, is a reason to stop douching. It is worth trying another way to use the drug. After finishing the procedure, insert a cotton swab soaked in sodium tetraborate into the vagina for about 20 minutes.

At the end of the procedure, all devices are disinfected. The course can be carried out until the symptoms completely stop.

Glycerin for thrush in children

The main cause of thrush is the development of a fungus. Thrush is also called candidiasis, after the generic name of the fungus that causes this condition. Thrush develops against the background of dysbacteriosis, when the number of representatives of normal microflora decreases, and the number of pathogens, including fungus, increases. It is against this background that the infectious and inflammatory process develops. The characteristic signs of thrush are itching, burning, white, cheesy discharge. Borax, which is a solution of sodium tetraborate, will help relieve symptoms and eliminate the inflammatory process. It is used in many areas of medicine. There is practically no area in which it would not be used: this includes gynecology, dentistry, surgery, dermatology, and even pediatrics and neonatology. But it should be taken into account that glycerin and borax, used for thrush in a child, are a concentrated potent agent that should never be used for self-medication.

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Glycerin for thrush in newborns

There is a certain risk of side effects for the newborn. However, glycerin is used for thrush. When the procedure is carried out by a doctor, in a medical institution, if the treatment regimen is followed, there will be no side effects. It is difficult to deny that the drug is really effective in the treatment of fungal diseases. It not only relieves inflammation and prevents the development of infection, but is also an excellent preventive measure, preventing the risk of relapses and complications. If the dosage is followed, there are no side effects.

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Use borax in glycerol during pregnancy

There are no contraindications as such in the instructions. However, there is no clear answer among experts regarding how safe it is to use borax with glycerin in the treatment of thrush in pregnant women. It can be used for both therapeutic and preventive purposes. There are several opinions. Some believe that borax should almost always be prescribed for the treatment of thrush. They recommend using it both for treatment and for prevention. It is used for skin diseases, for lesions of the mucous membranes. It is worth noting that it is equally often prescribed both as an independent remedy and as a component of complex therapy. Other experts argue that you should not resort to using this remedy at every opportunity, but should prescribe it only as a last resort, and then only as part of complex therapy. There is a third opinion, according to which doctors believe that this remedy can only be used to treat adults, and cannot be used for children. There are only a small number of doctors who avoid using this remedy, for unknown reasons.

Contraindications

The drug is not recommended for use in case of individual intolerance, hypersensitivity to the drug, with a tendency to allergic reactions, especially if these are immediate reactions or skin reactions. It is not recommended for itching, skin irritation, redness. It is also contraindicated for use during pregnancy, lactation, with open injuries, cracks in the skin, microtraumas. It is not recommended for acute inflammatory processes in the genitourinary system, with some gynecological diseases (urethritis, vulvitis, vulvovaginitis), with erosions and burns of the mucous membranes. It is also prohibited to take the drug orally. In addition, when used in the field of gynecology, the drug is contraindicated in the treatment of virgins.

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Side effects borax in glycerol

Borax is an effective and safe remedy. But side effects are also observed. Most often, they are observed with increased sensitivity, sensitization of the body, against the background of individual intolerance and a tendency to allergic reactions. In this case, the effect may not occur, or the condition may worsen.

Side effects are mainly manifested in the form of redness, swelling, increased local body temperature, increased pain, increased itching. The effectiveness of treatment is closely related to the severity of the pathological process, the degree. The earlier the treatment is started, the more effective it will be. Also, the effectiveness is determined by the method of treatment. In order not only to get rid of the disease, but also to prevent relapses, you should undergo a full course of treatment, not interrupt it, do not skip procedures, fully comply with the scheme and follow all the doctor's recommendations. A comprehensive approach to treatment and diagnostics should be taken.

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Overdose

Overdose cases are rare, however, they may be accompanied by a chemical burn, redness, irritation, burning. Nausea, dizziness, headache, convulsions, vomiting, increased heart rate and pulse occur.

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Interactions with other drugs

There are no cases of interaction with other drugs. The drug does not enter into any reactions. However, it is recommended to observe an interval of at least 2 hours between the application of other drugs.

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Storage conditions

The drug should be stored in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 15 degrees. Storage in a refrigerator is allowed. It is recommended to keep away from heat sources (open fire, heater, battery).

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Shelf life

The shelf life of the drug depends on whether the package has been opened or not. If the drug has already been used, it can be stored for no more than 30 days. Packaged drugs are stored for 2-3 years.

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Analogues

There are no direct analogues in the pharmaceutical industry that would fully correspond in properties to a borax solution. Solutions of miramistin may be relatively close in properties. Also, cauterization with borax can be replaced by a procedure of cauterization with liquid nitrogen.

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Reviews

It is worth noting that the reviews of the product are mostly positive. Borax in glycerin for thrush allows you to achieve high results in a short time, relieves pain, inflammation, after 2-3 applications. But to completely eliminate the inflammatory-infectious process, you must undergo a full course of treatment, at least 7-10 days.

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