Relief from hemorrhoids during pregnancy
Hemorrhoids during pregnancy can greatly complicate the life of the expectant mother. Pain, bleeding from the rectum, loss of venous nodes - all this can cause a lot of inconvenience and physical suffering completely unnecessary while waiting for a child.
One of the most commonly prescribed drugs for women in an “interesting position” is Relief. What is this drug and how to use it during pregnancy, we will explain in this article.
About the drug
Preparations under the brand name "Relief" are produced in Italy. They are anti-hemorrhoidal agents. The drug is available in two forms - in the form of rectal suppositories and ointments.
The drug in the form of candles in pharmacies can be found with various names: Relief Advance, Relief M, Relief Pro and Relief Ultra.
Of all this variety, a pregnant woman can use only two drugs - the usual "Relief" (without prefixes in the title) and Relief Advance. The remaining types of the drug during pregnancy are not recommended, especially “Relief Ultra”, which contains hydrocortisone hormone, which is contraindicated in the period of carrying a baby.
Thus, the search area for the future mother narrows down. It can only get Relief ointment, packaged in small tubes of 28 grams each, Relief candles (12 each in a package) or Relief Advance - rectal suppositories and ointment.
Composition and principle of operation
“Relief” preparations contain the main active ingredient “phenylephrine hydrochloride” and shark liver oil, because of this, both ointment and rectal suppositories have a faint, characteristic fish odor.
The composition of "Relief Advance" introduced benzocaine anesthetic. Phenylephrine narrows the blood vessels locally, which reduces swelling and itching in the anus. Shark liver oil has a pronounced wound-healing effect, which can be very useful if anal fissures form and there is puffiness.
If the manifestations of hemorrhoids are accompanied by a fairly strong pain syndrome, it is better to use the drug with the Advance prefix in the title, because benzocaine quickly relieves pain and does not penetrate into the systemic circulation.
As part of this type of drug is also available shark oiltherefore, it is possible to achieve not only the analgesic effect, but also promote healing of the inflamed areas of the rectum.
Indications
The tool can be administered to a pregnant woman at any time of gestation, as long as the appointment is agreed with the doctor. This is particularly indicated by manufacturers. This does not mean that the components of the drug can harm the baby, just the use of any drug during the period of carrying the child must pass with the goodwill and approval of the doctor, so everyone will be calmer.
Basic indications - hemorrhoids, both internal and external. At the same time for the treatment of the external form is better to use an ointment, at least at the initial stage of treatment. Also it is necessary to choose "Relief" in the form of an ointment and with a prolapse of venous hemorrhoids.
The drug can be used for the initial symptoms - the appearance of anal itching.The tool can also be used for hemorrhoids, accompanied by episodic anal bleeding.
Contraindications
Contraindications for the drug is not so much. "Relief" in any form is not recommended for women suffering from a tendency to thromboembolism, as well as granulocytopenia.
Use with caution
That is how it is recommended to use the drug for pregnant women. Caution and with the permission of the doctor. In addition, with caution, the drug should be used for women with diabetes, including gestational diabetes, which develops during childbirth.
Caution should be exercised in the event that a woman has problems with the thyroid gland, as well as high blood pressure.
How to treat ointment?
If the choice fell on "Relief" or "Relief Advance" in the form of an ointment, then in a package with a tube there will always be an applicator that will facilitate the administration of the drug rectally.
Before using the product, it is recommended to empty the intestines, it is good to wash the anus area with warm water without soap. Use of toilet paper is undesirable.
The applicator is carefully attached to the tube with the ointment. A small amount of ointment should be squeezed out to soften the applicator, after which the main portion is applied to the anus from the outside or injected rectally into the rectum.
If there are fallen nodes, you should first gently massage them with your finger, smeared with ointment, and, if possible, fill them inside. The manufacturer provides the ability to use the drug up to four times a day. Desirable - in the morning and in the evening before bedtime, and after each bowel movement. After the procedure, the cap and applicator should be thoroughly washed with warm water.
The course of treatment is prescribed by a doctor, but it is standard for at least 7 days. If the relief during this time has not come, then the woman is strongly recommended to stop taking it and urgently visit the proctologist to clarify the diagnosis.
How to use candles?
Before using candles, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and wash the anus without soap.
Candles should only be taken with clean hands to avoid infection of the anal fissures and inflamed areas of the rectum by pathogenic bacteria. The drug, like ointment, is administered after a bowel movement or an enema.
Suppositories stored in the refrigerator, since they tend to melt quickly at normal room temperature. Before the introduction, lightly moisten the candle with cold running water.
A woman is advised to insert candles in a supine position or reclining on her side. It is desirable to lubricate the anus with petroleum jelly or oil, so that the introduction was less traumatic. The suppository is injected with a narrower end forward beyond the limits of the anal ring (until the sensation of the failure of the candle).
"Relief" can be applied 4 times a day course for 7 days. "Relief Advance" in the acute stage is used with the same frequency rate, and after removing the sharp pain syndrome, the amount of administration is reduced to 2 times per day. The course of treatment is a week.
In the absence of improvement, you should consult with a proctologist.
special instructions
The drug does not cause side effects, with the exception of cases of individual intolerance to the components. Allergy to "Relief" - a phenomenon quite rare. It can manifest itself by reddening of the skin, the appearance of puffiness and a strong burning sensation a few minutes after the administration of the medicine.
In this case, you should stop using and consult a doctor.
When using Relief Advance, it can rarely develop. methemoglobinemia. If a woman has some blueness of the lips, an unexpected weakness and a heart rhythm disturbance of the type of tachycardia (increased frequency), if shortness of breath and dizziness appear, you should immediately stop taking the drug and consult a doctor. Such a reaction is possible on benzocaine.
Relief treatment will be most effective if a woman complies with general recommendations, including proper nutrition, active motor regimen, aimed at preventing constipation.
