Laktogel: reviews. "Laktogel": application, prices, instructions

Problems in the intimate sphere are familiar to every woman. Itching, abundant discharge, unpleasant odor - these are the symptoms that occur with bacterial vaginosis. Reviews "Lactogel" is considered the most effective remedy, eliminating this discomfort in the vaginal environment.

Composition and form of release

The drug contains such active components as lactic acid and glycogen. Additional substances are: propylene glycol, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, sodium lactate, water, pH = 3.8.

Lactic acid in the composition reduces the pH of the vaginal environment, making it more acidic. Glycogen promotes active growth of lactobacilli. Acting together, they restore the natural environment of the intimate zone. Remove such ailments, as abundant discharge with an unpleasant odor, itching, pain in the lower abdomen and other discomfort.

Each package includes 7 tubes for one-time use, with a volume of 5 ml. "Laktogel" reviews are considered convenient for use, because each mini tuba has a special tip that helps to inject the drug into the vagina.

About bacterial vaginosis

Each representative of the fair sex after twelve years encountered abundant secretions or an unpleasant odor from the vagina. These symptoms are often supplemented by others and cause some discomfort during intercourse, irritation and itching in the genital area, provoke a dysbacteriosis of the vagina, in which the production of lactobacilli decreases. Reviews "Lactogel" is considered to be the most effective drugs for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis, which causes an imbalance of vaginal microorganisms.

Flora of the genitals is diverse. The lactic acid bacteria are leading in their content . They transform the glycogen of the vaginal cells of the epithelium, while producing lactobacilli, form in the acidic medium pH = 3.8-4.5, destructive for the reproduction of pathogenic bacteria and fungi, resulting in natural protection of the body from infections. With a decrease in lactic acid bacteria, the number of opportunistic pathogens increases, causing a certain discomfort in the sexual organs.

The main factors for the emergence of bacterial dysbacteriosis include:

• Hormonal changes in the body associated with menopause, abortion, pregnancy, etc.;
• Treatment with antibiotics, antitumor drugs, anti-inflammatory (hormonal), antiviral antifungal drugs;
• Vaginal suppositories (tablets), special vaginal irrigation, syringing, intrauterine contraceptives;
• Change of sexual partner or frequent sexual intercourse;
• Prolonged menstruation;
• Violation of the rules for the use of a vaginal tampon.

Often ladies with the first symptoms of vaginosis are engaged in self-medication and resort to douching, exacerbating the course of the disease, as in the process the normal vaginal microflora is washed out, and opportunistic bacteria appear in its place. The preparation "Lactagel" can prevent the development of bacterial vaginosis. Instructions for use (price, reviews create a positive impression of the gel) recommends before using the drug to consult a gynecologist.

Efficiency of Lactagel

The drug creates a special nutrient medium for the development and growth of lactic acid bacteria. It is glycogen, which produces the amount of lactobacilli necessary for the vaginal medium. The latter produce lactic acid in an amount that lowers the pH to normal.

In addition to the fact that the gel improves the natural production of lactic acid, it also contains it. Therefore, after the first procedure, the patient's condition is improving. Disappears symptomatology of the disease. A full course of treatment with the drug allows you to completely get rid of bacterial vaginosis.

Medical reviews "Lactogel" is recommended as an effective and preventive means for fighting vaginosis. Gel is part of a comprehensive therapy. Does not cause negative reactions, quickly helps and is affordable for almost every woman.

Indications for use

Many women say that the drug "Lactagel" effectively affects the diseases of the sexual organs. Instruction application (reviews say that the gel quickly eliminates the signs of vaginosis) of the drug recommends with the expressed symptomatology of bacterial vaginosis. These are abundant secretions with a specific unpleasant odor and with marked discomfort in the vaginal area. The drug is shown with the diagnosis (laboratory analysis) of bacterial vaginosis, even in the absence of signs of manifestation of the disease. Recommend it to normalize the pH of the vaginal fluid. Do not give up Laktagel treatment when taking antibiotics and antifungals. It also helps to eliminate the symptoms of vaginosis after the menstrual cycle and during hormonal changes.

Instruction for the use of Lactagel

"Laktogel" (reviews advised to use it to restore the vaginal flora and note its effectiveness in this direction) is produced in disposable tubes that are convenient for use. The rules for their application are as follows:

• Turn the cap in either direction and remove it completely;
• Insert the tip of the tube completely into the vagina;
• Squeeze the contents out of the tube, squeezing its walls;
• Remove the tube from the vagina without stopping the process of squeezing;
• Discard the used tube, as it can not be reused.

The medicine is administered before bedtime. When using it during the day, you should use sanitary napkins, since there is a possibility of leakage of the gel.

So, to treat the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis with heavy discharge, discomfort and unpleasant odor, one gel tube is applied daily for seven days.

To prevent the occurrence of bacterial vaginosis and to maintain the natural microflora of the intimate zone, the drug is used 1-2 times a week.

To maintain a normal vaginal environment during or after treatment with medications, the drug is administered once and one day.

To combat the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis, which occur after critical days, the gel is injected into the vagina daily for two days.

special instructions

The use of the drug during pregnancy is not contraindicated. To do this, you must first pass an analysis for the presence of bacterial infection in the vagina.

If you want to conceive a child, you can not use Laktogel (reviews about it prove its effectiveness in curing bacterial vaginosis), since a decrease in acidity negatively affects the activity of spermatozoa and interferes with the fertilization of the egg. Also, the drug is not a contraceptive and can not protect against fertilization.

Do not use Lactagel if the integrity of the tube is broken or its expiration date has expired.

Gel «Laktogel»: price

Reviews speak of the availability and good result that this drug gives. "Lactagel" is not a cheap drug, but its price is not sky-high, it fluctuates within 500 rubles per package with seven disposable tubes. The drug is manufactured in Sweden, which directly affects its cost.

Women's Feedback

Women say that sensations in the genital area have improved markedly after using Lactogel. Instructions for use (reviews indicate that after the first tube the odor has disappeared and itching has passed) advises using it after menstruation to eliminate the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. Women noted the restoration of the microflora of the vagina after a month and the course of treatment with antibiotics. Improvements came almost immediately. Ladies call this facility chic and say that if not for the high price, they would have used it much more often.

But if those to whom the drug did not fit: it caused a burning sensation in the intimate area, itching. In a certain category of individuals, an allergic reaction to the active components of the "Lactogel" agent appeared. Instruction (reviews say that negative events are rare and almost non-existent) advises at the first signs of side effects to stop using gel and replace it with another, more suitable drug.