Candles for constipation in pregnancy

Quite often, being pregnant, a woman faces such a phenomenon as constipation. The reason for its development, in the first place, is associated with the increased fetal pressure on the pelvic organs, which prevents their normal functioning. Also, such a violation may be due to the peculiarities of the future mother's diet. Consider the situation in more detail, and find out: what candles can be used for constipation from pregnancy.

What can a pregnant woman use as a laxative?

It is worth noting that, in the first place, it is necessary to consult with the doctor conducting the pregnancy and get permission to use this or that drug.

If you talk specifically about medications, then during pregnancy from constipation you can get rid of:

  1. Glycerin suppositories. Acting in a relaxed manner, they contribute to a decrease in the tone of the muscles of the sphincter of the rectum, which contributes to the rapid escape of fecal masses. It should be borne in mind that such a drug is not used at small terms and at the end of pregnancy, after 30 weeks, and throughout the gestation period by women with the threat of abortion. The most commonly used once, introduce 1 suppository, after which briefly there are desires for defecation.
  2. Sea-buckthorn candles are also used for constipation during pregnancy. It is worth noting that they have a weak effect, so they can be used throughout virtually the entire gestation period. Contraindication is only individual intolerance of the components. The drug has a pronounced regenerative effect, so it is often prescribed for cracks in the anus, hemorrhoids, ulcers. Use a course of 3-5 days, one suppository at night.
  3. Glycelax. The drug is based on glycerin, which has a relaxing effect on the sphincter, contributing to the removal of feces. The effect from use comes quickly. When pregnancy requires agreement with the doctor, tk. can reflexively stimulate the uterus.
  4. Mikrolaks. Produced in the form of a small enema, the solution of which is injected into the rectum. The effect occurs after 5-15 minutes after application. Sodium citrate displaces the bound water, which is present in the stool, and the second component - sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, dilutes the contents of the intestine. Thus, softening of stool occurs.

Sometimes women are interested in whether it is possible to use candles with papaverine during pregnancy in case of constipation. This drug during this period is used to reduce the tone of the uterus, and in solving the delicate defecation problem they are ineffective.