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"Zalain" is in the pharmacy network in the form of suppositories and cream for application to the skin and mucous membranes. On the Internet you can find reviews about ointment "Zalain". For consumers, the principle of application is the same, but, from the point of view of the pharmacological form, there is a difference between cream and ointment, so this phrase is not entirely correct.
Composition and principle of action
The drug is effective against a large number of fungal pathogens. The composition of "Zalain" includes sertaconazole - an antifungal substance with a wide spectrum of activity. It has the following properties:
- fungicidal - destroys fungal cells due to a violation of the synthesis of ergosterol, which is part of the cell wall;
- fungistatic - sertaconazole replaces tryptophan in the shell of the fungus, thereby violating the stability of cells;
- antimicrobial - acts fatally on some microorganisms, protozoa and bacteria.
The activity spectrum of sertaconazole includes the following pathogens:
- Candida mushrooms - cause candidiasis of the mucous membranes;
- Microsporum mushrooms - pathogens of microsporia;
- mushrooms of the genus Trychphyton - cause trichophytosis;
- streptococci, staphylococci - are the cause of a nonspecific infection;
- Trichomonas - pathogens trichomoniasis;
- gardnerella - cause bacterial vaginosis;
- bacteroids, enterococci - participate in non-specific inflammation.
The table shows the main advantages of the drug.
Table - Advantages of Zalain
| Property | pros |
|---|---|
| Quick effect | For the course of treatment of vaginal candidiasis, a single candle laying is sufficient |
| Prolonged action | The active substance is still present on the vaginal mucosa for 3-4 days |
| Does not enter the systemic circulation | - Acts locally - on the skin, vaginal mucosa; - safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding |
The use of Zalain suppositories is effective not only if necessary to act on pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic fungi. The drug has an antimicrobial effect, which gives it an additional advantage over other anti-candidiasis drugs.
When the remedy is effective
The product is available in the form of vaginal suppositories and cream for external use. Indications for the use of "Zalain" may be the following ailments:
- mycoses - damage to the hands, fungus of nails, feet, torso and beard in men;
- candidiasis - thrush in both sexes (including caused by strains that are resistant to other mycotic drugs, or provoked by Candida non-albicans);
- dermatophytosis - with damage to the trunk, limbs, inguinal region;
- other mycoses - with multi-colored (pityriasis) depriving, seborrheic dermatitis.
Limitations
Zalain is considered a safe drug.The only contraindication to its use is the presence of an allergic reaction to sertaconazole, as well as to the forming components.
During pregnancy and lactation, Zalain suppositories can be used without fear for the health of the child for the treatment and prevention of fungal diseases. The drug acts only locally and does not enter the bloodstream, breast milk.
Instructions for use "Zalain"
In the treatment of gynecological diseases, suppositories are more often used. In dermatological practice - a cream.
In the vagina
Candles "Zalain" should be used as directed by a doctor. One suppository contains 300 mg of the main active ingredient. Recommendations for use are as follows:
- before the introduction of hygiene of the genitals;
- lay at night once;
- do not use during spotting from the genital tract;
- refuse sex within seven to ten days.
On the skin and mucous membranes
The product is available in tubes of 20 g in the form of a 2% cream, which is most often used to treat skin diseases. In order to prevent or treat genital candidiasis, it can be used in men. In dermatological practice, the following recommendations exist for use:
- lubricate only the affected area- and 1 cm on the periphery of healthy skin;
- avoid contact with eyes - and on the skin at a distance of 2 cm around the upper and lower eyelids;
- apply in a thin layer - rub almost until completely absorbed;
- follow the schedule and terms of treatment - from one to two weeks, can be used once or twice a day.
Complications of Reception
It is extremely rare for Zalain to develop severe adverse reactions that require discontinuation of the drug as the main action. There were no cases of overdose. If for some reason the suppository is taken orally, you should rinse the stomach or induce vomiting. The following side effects of Zalain are possible:
- allergic reactions - by type of contact dermatitis;
- temporary skin redness - when applying cream;
- burning sensation in the vagina - when using candles.
special instructions
Zalain can be combined with other drugs for treatment, both for cutaneous use and for vaginal use. It does not interact with drugs, does not lose its own activity and does not affect the action of other drugs.
Analogs
Complete analogues of the drug for the active substance are:
- Sertazol;
- "Sertaconazole";
- Sertamikol.
The range of drugs similar in action is large. But only the doctor can choose the most suitable medicine.
Zalain is an effective antifungal drug. It is active in relation to many strains of fungi resistant to other drugs. Treatment thrush “Zalain”, indeed, provides for the introduction of only one suppository into the vagina. But if necessary, you can additionally use the cream, including for the prevention or removal of symptoms from a sexual partner. Reviews of doctors and patients confirm the high efficiency and ease of use of the drug.
Reviews: “Now I keep it in the medicine cabinet”
Also tormented by the thrush terribly, pimafucin did not help, help zalin (candle)! It works like 5 days, and then the doctor said to buy zalain in cream and smear it outside and even inside a little every day 2 times a day, and thank God after a while I finally forgot about it! Zalain can be used during pregnancy.
Olga https://www.babyblog.ru/drug/zalain/otzyv
Helped me !!! only he helped !!! during and after pregnancy there was a terrible thrush. pimafucin helped for a while, epigen also relieved a little unpleasant sensation, but this is not a treatment. I do not know anything about the use of zalain during pregnancy. and then 1 candle and all))) used during lactation. everything was ok. Of course, all treatment is individual for everyone, but Pts helped me. I can not say anything about side effects. I immediately felt good))) girls thrush and thrush in pregnancy is heaven and earth! so take care
Katya, http://www.woman.ru/health/woman-health/thread/3904907/
Awful candle! Everything was ok, put a candle as prescribed by the doctor. rarely write a burning sensation, a lie, burning the second day does not go away, I don’t know how to remove, how many girls write about a side effect on the Internet, think about it before. The candle is expensive and very vigorous, if you have thrush, douching with malavite diluted in water: a 300 ml spoon, and treatment with fucarcin, why put it ..
Vera, http://www.woman.ru/health/woman-health/thread/3904907/
In the winter, after I visited the sauna with my friends, my legs began to itch and an unpleasant smell appeared. At the hospital they told me that I had contracted a fungus. On the advice of a doctor, I purchased Zalain and began to use it as written in the instructions. I smeared the feet twice a day, and since the disease was not started, soon there was no trace of the fungus. Therefore, I can say with confidence that the drug works very well. I did not experience any pain or discomfort when using Zalain. Now I keep it in the medicine cabinet for prevention.
Yuri B., https://protabletky.ru/zalain/#otzivi
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