Candles of papaverine during early pregnancy

Such a drug as Papaverine, is often used in obstetrics. Mostly it is prescribed in the form of suppositories to suppress the tone of the uterine musculature , which threatens the termination of pregnancy for women in the position. Let's look at the drug in more detail, and we'll tell you in detail how papaverine suppositories can be used in pregnancy, including in the early stages.

What effect does Papaverine have on a pregnant woman's body?

This drug belongs to spasmolytic drugs. It has a good myotropic effect, which in turn leads to the elimination of the spasmed state of the muscle fibers, including those located directly in the uterine myometrium.

The advantage of this drug is the fact that it does not have a negative effect on the nervous system. Moreover, at large dosages there may be a slight calming effect.

Papaverin perfectly removes spasms of all smooth muscles, therefore can be used and at pains in a stomach. However, in such cases, tablets are prescribed.

How correctly to take suppositories of papaverine during pregnancy?

As with any medication, before using Papaverine while the child is pregnant, the expectant mother should consult a doctor. According to the instructions for candles Papaverin, during pregnancy, they can be used in concert with a woman watching a gynecologist.

With regard to the frequency of application of suppositories, it all depends on the situation and the severity of pain. Most often the drug is prescribed 1-2 times a day. Enter the candle in the rectum.

Can I use papaverine for all pregnant women?

Having told about how to apply Papaverin suppositories during pregnancy, it is necessary to note, that not all women in the position can be used.

So, in future mothers who suffer from tachycardia, a violation of the endocrine system ( thyroid gland in particular), there are problems with the liver or increased intraocular pressure, the drug is not used.

As for the restrictions related to the gestation period, there are practically none, and the candles with Papaverin are prescribed in the early term (in the first trimester).

Thus, we can say that Papaverin is an indispensable drug with a decrease in uterine tone during gestation.