Sea buckthorn oil is valued for its anti-inflammatory properties. It softens irritated skin, saturates it with valuable vitamins and minerals. Thanks to this, oil-based suppositories are very helpful in treating hemorrhoids and other lesions of the rectal mucosa. The drug can be purchased without a prescription at an affordable price. As a rule, the therapeutic effect is noticeable already in the first days of use.
Sea buckthorn suppositories for hemorrhoids: description
Sea buckthorn suppositories are rectal suppositories containing sea buckthorn oil concentrate in the amount of 0.3 g per 1 piece. They are used mainly for the treatment of hemorrhoids, as well as other mucosal lesions.
Sea buckthorn oil contains a complex of useful substances:
- B vitamins;
- vitamins E, C, K;
- omega-9 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids;
- carotenoids (they provide the characteristic orange color);
- solid organic acids – palmitic, stearic;
- other acids – malic, succinic, tartaric;
- useful micro- and macroelements (silicon, magnesium, nickel, iron, manganese, calcium).
Thanks to its rich chemical composition, the oil has a beneficial effect on body tissues:
- inhibits inflammatory processes;
- eliminates swelling;
- relieves pain;
- eliminates burning and other unpleasant sensations.
Sea buckthorn oil is produced in different forms, including suppositories. They need to be stored in the refrigerator in a temperature range of 0-15 degrees with limited access to children. The general shelf life is 1.5 years (18 months) from the date of production.
Sea buckthorn, basic properties
The beneficial properties of sea buckthorn have long been known
One of the remedies that pregnant women are allowed to use during the treatment of hemorrhoids is sea buckthorn suppositories, which have many advantages. So, sea buckthorn, and accordingly candles made from it, have the following beneficial properties:
- It has an antimicrobial effect, which is very important for pregnant women, since any penetration of germs and bacteria inside can negatively affect the baby
- Has anti-inflammatory effects, thereby improving the condition
- Restores damaged areas well, that is, it has a regenerating property.
- Relieves pain well, especially if you cool the candle a little before using it
- Well softened
- It is an excellent antioxidant, meaning it prevents the formation of tumors
- Relieves spasms that cause great discomfort
Such positive properties of sea buckthorn are due to the excellent composition and complex of vitamins and minerals it contains. So, sea buckthorn contains a lot of vitamins, such as vitamin C, A, K, minerals (iron, magnesium), biologically active substances, fats and acids.
Sea buckthorn suppositories, which are made exclusively from sea buckthorn with the addition of auxiliary substances, are allowed to be used by pregnant women due to the mass of beneficial properties.
Indications for use
Suppositories are used rectally if there are the following indications:
- hemorrhoids of various forms;
- proctitis;
- sphincteritis of erosive-ulcerative type;
- fissures in the anal area;
- radiation damage to mucosal tissue.
Also, suppositories are used externally, applied to the affected areas:
- burn wounds (grades 2 and 3);
- postoperative wounds;
- scalped wounds;
- abrasions;
- trophic ulcers.
Why do hemorrhoids and fissures occur?
Rectal suppositories will help with hemorrhoids and fissures
Hemorrhoids are a disease caused by stagnation of blood flow in the circulatory system of the pelvis.
Improper movement of blood leads to the squeezing of hemorrhoidal cones into the rectum and on the surface of the anus.
It is possible to independently record the inflammatory process if pain is detected during bowel movements or walking. Another symptom of hemorrhoids is the appearance of bleeding when going to the toilet. The occurrence of such symptoms indicates an advanced stage of the disease. If such a condition is detected, you should immediately consult a doctor.
In addition, cracks and bleeding in the intestines can be caused by feces that form during intestinal obstruction, gradually come out of the pipes and provoke the appearance of cracks or other mechanical injury to the walls of the small intestine.
The causes of the disease in men are identified as a sedentary, sedentary lifestyle. Women suffer from the manifestation of the disease during pregnancy or difficult childbirth.
In addition, the formation of extra pounds affects the inflammatory process. When the initial stages of the disease are identified, it is necessary to carry out treatment in the form of the use of rectal suppositories.
It is recommended to use suppositories for the following symptoms:
- severe itching in the anus;
- bleeding from the rectum during bowel movements, as well as when walking and resting;
- detection of defects in the mucous membrane inside the pipes;
- formation of fistulas in the rectum;
- Sensitive discomfort and pain when visiting the restroom;
- inflammatory process on the intestinal mucosa.
The medicine should also be used if inflammation occurs during chronic hemorrhoids. When a disease is detected in women after childbirth. The problem is detected in a mild form and quickly cured. If primary inflammation of hemorrhoidal cones has occurred, such therapy is necessary to relieve symptoms before going to the doctor for advice.
Contraindications and side effects
Since sea buckthorn suppositories have a completely natural composition, there are few contraindications to their use:
- children's age (up to 11 years inclusive);
- diarrhea;
- individual intolerance to components.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are not contraindications. But before taking sea buckthorn oil internally, it is recommended to consult a doctor. Side effects rarely include burning, itching, allergic reactions (including urticaria), and sometimes a bitter taste in the mouth. There have been no cases of overdose - if the instructions are followed, the drug is safe for health.
Sea buckthorn candles: instructions
The instructions are quite simple - you need to wash the anus with soap, rinse with water and insert one suppository, holding it until completely dissolved. In this case, you can not only lie down, but also walk and do your usual activities (except for active physical exercise).
As a rule, it is enough to put 2 suppositories per day - in the morning and in the evening, and this should be done only after bowel movements. The total duration is 5-7 days, the course is repeated if necessary. The dosage and duration of administration are determined by the doctor.
Instructions for vaginal insertion are approximately the same. Pre-clean with a cotton swab. You can also douche with a warm decoction of medicinal herbs or plain boiled water. Suppositories are administered 2 times a day, the general course of treatment is 10 days or more, in agreement with the gynecologist.
How to treat pinworms in adults with folk remedies
Expensive and toxic pharmaceutical drugs will replace traditional medicine. They are harmless to the body, plus they are very beneficial. How to get rid of pinworms at home:
- Elecampane with blueberries. Mix 2 tbsp. honey with chopped blueberries (10 g) and the same amount of elecampane roots, reduced to a powder state. Take a homemade worm remedy on an empty stomach daily. An hour after taking it you need to do an enema.
- Pumpkin seed. You can eat the product in any form - pure or with the addition of honey, but it is better to do it on an empty stomach. It is recommended to eat 30-40 g of seeds at a time.
- Garlic juice with milk. This product can quickly help in the fight against pinworms and other parasites at home. To prepare the medicine, chop a couple of cloves of garlic and add the pulp to ½ tbsp. milk. The drink should be drunk several times within 1 day. In the evening, having prepared another portion of the product, you need to do an enema with it.
How to treat pinworms in children
Parents, if their child has become infected with parasites, it is time to tell him about the rules of hygiene. The doctor who has confirmed the disease prescribes a suitable anti-pinworm drug for children. Often, in order to accurately get rid of parasites at home, the following remedies are prescribed:
- Dekaris;
- Piperazine;
- Mebendazole.
How to get rid of pinworms in a child? Treatment of the pathology lasts no longer than 1 week; in some cases, the course prescribed by the doctor is repeated after a certain time. Since the above drugs can be toxic to a child’s body if the dosage is calculated incorrectly, they can only be taken after being prescribed by a doctor. It is highly undesirable to shorten the treatment time, since some parasites and larvae will remain alive, and their reproduction will begin again.
After anthelmintic therapy, the child needs to restore healthy intestinal microflora, for which probiotics Linex, Bifidumbacterin and others are taken. A few weeks after completion of treatment, the doctor re-examines the baby to confirm the absence of pinworms and their eggs, and also to make sure that the chosen anti-pinworm remedy for children does not cause side effects.
Proper treatment of pinworms in pregnant and lactating mothers
Infection with parasites is not dangerous for pregnant women. To get rid of the disease, you need to take a short course of taking an anthelmintic. Pinworms and worms cannot harm the fetus or affect its development, since they have no chance of entering the child’s body inside the womb. However, mothers who have recently given birth should pay more attention to their own hygiene to prevent infection of the baby. It is also recommended to stop breastfeeding.
It is highly undesirable to treat the disease yourself; a doctor should choose a remedy for pinworms in adults. A specialist can recommend not only drug therapy, but also traditional medicine. Since the maximum life cycle of such parasites reaches only 40 days, during this time it is extremely important to prevent re-infection. How can a pregnant woman get rid of pinworms at home? To this end, a number of activities are being carried out:
- hygiene of the genitals and anus should be carried out at least twice a day;
- It is recommended to cut your nails short, wash your hands thoroughly before eating and after using the toilet;
- it is better to wear tight underwear, changing it twice - in the morning and before bed, washing it by hand and ironing it with a hot iron;
- It is worth changing bed linen as often as possible, cleaning the mattress, upholstered furniture, pillows, and carrying out wet cleaning;
- periodically you need to do an enema with warm salted water to relieve itching (this method is not suitable for pregnant women, but only for women who have already given birth, since an enema can stimulate uterine contractions and premature birth);
- The skin of the anus should be lubricated with zinc or Vaseline ointment, which will help get rid of pinworms faster.
Prevention of helminthiasis in adults and children
Since pinworm eggs are very light and small, they cannot be seen with the naked eye. The larvae fly in the air, settling on furniture, floors, and enter the human body through the respiratory tract, causing re-infection. This explains why drug treatment cannot be the only measure to combat parasites. Therapy should be supplemented with preventive procedures:
- You need to wash your clothes at a temperature of at least 60 degrees, and be sure to iron them after that;
- carpets, furniture surfaces, pillows and other things that can get pinworm eggs should be thoroughly vacuumed every 2-3 days (countertops and wooden furniture should be wiped with disposable wipes and then thrown away immediately);
- It is better to wash clothes and soft toys in the machine more often; other children's things should be washed with warm water and laundry soap;
- nails must always be short;
- The child must be weaned from putting his hands in his mouth and biting his nails;
- dress the baby in underwear so that he cannot reach the anus on his own at night;
- shower daily using soap or special gel;
- It is recommended to drink probiotics daily or eat foods that contain a lot of beneficial bacteria (kefir, natural yogurt, yogurt);
- Reduce sweets in your diet as much as possible, since sugar makes parasites more active and accelerates the proliferation of pinworms.
