The drug "Livarol". Instructions for use

The medicine "Livarol" is issued in the form of suppositories. The active substance - ketoconazole - is a derivative of imidazole-dioxolane. The drug has a fungistatic, fungicidal effect. On the basis of intravaginal use, absorption is insignificant. The drug has an effect on yeast fungi, dermatophytes. The mechanism of drug activity is based on inhibition of the process of ergosterol biosynthesis, changes in the lipid composition of fungal membranes. The medicine shows its effect on staphylococci and streptococci.

The drug "Livarol". Instructions. Appointment

The drug is recommended for vaginal candidiasis of acute or chronic course, including recurrent type. The medicine is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of infections of the fungal nature in the vagina, provided that the organism is less stable and on the basis of obtaining antibacterial and other medicines that negatively affect the microflora.

Contraindications

The drug "Livarol" (the instruction about it warns) is not recommended for hypersensitivity to substances in the composition, during pregnancy. If necessary, to carry out treatment during lactation, feeding should be stopped. It is not recommended for children up to twelve years of age.

The drug "Livarol". Instructions. Adverse Reactions

On the basis of local (intravaginal) use is likely the development of hyperemia and irritation of the mucosa, itching, burning in the vagina. In some cases, there may be hives, the appearance of rashes on the skin. In case of occurrence of the specified effects it is necessary to visit or attend the doctor.

The drug "Livarol". Instructions for use. Price

Suppositories are administered intravaginally, freeing from packaging. For convenience, it's better to lie down. Candles are injected deep into the vagina. The recommended dose is 1 suppository per day. Duration of use - no more than three to five days in accordance with the nature of the pathology. If the symptoms of the disease have disappeared before the completion of the course, you should not discontinue therapy yourself, in order to avoid the development of chronic form. On the basis of candidiasis of chronic course is prescribed for suppository per day. In this case, the duration of therapy is ten days.

The medicine "Livarol" (candles): instruction, price and additional information

To prevent the development of a possible recurrence of fungal lesions, it is recommended to give preference to cotton underwear and loose outerwear. On the basis of therapy it is recommended to consume more dairy products containing lactobacilli. In the case of fungal therapy with "Livarol", the instruction recommends refraining from sexual contacts. When using the drug in therapeutic dosages, according to the instructions of a specialist, an overdose means is excluded. In the absence of a positive effect, the doctor should be visited within five days of the start of therapy. In practice, there is no negative interaction of the drug with other drugs. The cost of the drug in pharmacies - from 250 rubles.