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Neopolin is a gynecological suppository used in the treatment of vaginal infections, vulvovaginitis. So what is Neopolin drug effective and how is it used? Continue reading the article below will help you get more useful information.
1. What effects does Neopolin have?
The main ingredients in a Neopolin tablet include:
Neomycin 35mg; Nystatin 100000 IU; Polymyxin B Sulfate 35000 IU. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, commonly used to prevent infections. This antibiotic is usually used in the form of topical application with a spectrum of activity against Gram-negative bacteria and partly Gram-positive bacteria.
Active ingredient Nystatin is an antifungal medicine, used to treat vaginal candidiasis.
2. Indications and contraindications of the drug Neopolin
Neopolin is a vaginal suppository, indicated in the following cases:
Vaginal infections caused by Candida yeast infections; Vaginal infections caused by unspecified bacterial strains; vulvovaginitis; Aids in the treatment of vaginal discharge. Neopolin gynecological suppositories are contraindicated in people with a history of irritation to the drug or ingredients in the formulation.
3. Can I have sex with Neopolin?
How to use Neopolin gynecological suppositories as follows:
You need to wash your hands with water and antibacterial soap; Sit with your legs crossed, slightly bent over and slowly insert the Neopolin tablet about 1 finger deep into the vagina; After that, you need to lie down for about 15 minutes to let the pill dissolve and stay in place; Neopolin tablets should be placed at night to avoid a lot of walking, leading to the pill falling out and reducing the effectiveness of the drug; Abstain from sex during the period of vaginal suppository. So while taking Neopolin you cannot have sex.
4. Neopolin gynecological suppository dosage
Dosage for adults: Put 1 Neopolin pill per day at bedtime, continuously for 6 days.
In case of severe or chronic infection: Put 1 Neopolin tablet per day at bedtime, continuously for 12 days or 2 tablets per day, use in the morning and evening for 6 consecutive days.
Neopolin is only used under the prescription of a doctor. The dosage of Neopolin as above is for reference only, to have a suitable dose, you need to consult a specialist.
If you forget a dose of Neopolin gynecological suppository, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose of Neopolin at the scheduled time. Do not take double the prescribed dose.
5. Side effects of Neopolin gynecological suppositories
When using Neopolin gynecological suppositories, you may experience undesirable effects such as:
Allergic contact eczema, mostly encountered in the case of long-term drug use; Occasional irritation of mucous membranes and very rarely allergic reactions. In these cases, you should stop using the drug and immediately notify your doctor for timely treatment.
In summary, Neopolin is indicated in the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the vagina, vulva caused by bacterial and fungal infections. Drugs used by vaginal route should ask the patient to clean, pay attention to the manipulation of the drug to avoid more serious infection.
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