Introduction
The vaginal mycosis is one of the most common infections in the genital area of women. Vaginal mycosis is not dangerous, but due to the typical symptoms such as itching in the vagina and discharge, an infection can be very unpleasant and should be treated quickly. The most common pathogen of vaginal mycosis is Candida albicans, a yeast fungus that attacks the mucous membranes in the genital area. The treatment of vaginal mycosis should be started as early as possible, otherwise the fungus spreads quickly.
Drugs
For the self-diagnosis of a vaginal infection there are a number of self-tests available in every pharmacy that can be used at home. These self-tests can be used to determine in a short time whether the relevant symptoms are due to a vaginal mycosis. There are a number of drugs available to combat vaginal mycosis, and their use should be started at the first signs of a candida infection.
Medications for vaginal mycosis contain an antimycotic, a substance that kills the fungus. These medications are available in the form of creams or vaginal suppositories, often a combination therapy of both is offered. Drugs with the active ingredient Clotrimazol lead to the effective elimination of the fungus by inhibiting its growth and killing the fungal cells.
In case of an infection with Candida, the natural environment in the vagina is out of balance and the natural protection in the form of lactic acid bacteria is lost. In addition, Döderlein vaginal capsules, which may contain lactic acid bacteria, can be used to restore and maintain the natural vaginal flora. Canesten® is available in any pharmacy without a prescription in the form of creams or vaginal tablets.
Canesten® contains the active ingredient clotrimazole, an antifungal agent that acts against vaginal mycosis by inhibiting its spread and killing fungal cells. In addition, Canesten® contains lactic acid, which helps to strengthen the natural environment of the vagina. The tablets are not taken orally, but are inserted as deeply as possible into the vagina.
The cream is applied several times a day to the affected areas and the outer labia up to the anus. Vagisan® is a combination product of a vaginal suppository and cream used to treat vaginal mycosis. The suppository is inserted once into the vagina, where it dissolves and transforms into a cream with the vaginal fluid.
In this way the fungi are fought and the spread of the vaginal mycosis is prevented. The vaginal cream is applied to the outer genital area and relieves burning and itching. Vagisan® is available as a one-day therapy, i.e. one suppository is sufficient to effectively fight the infection. Vagisan®
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