In the treatment of prostatitis, drug therapy is most often prescribed. During its passage, the patient must take drugs of various categories. Some are intended to eliminate the symptoms that cause discomfort, while others intentionally act directly on the affected gland, eliminating the most important thing: the root cause. At the same time, drugs differ in the strength of the effect, as some are aimed at eliminating acute, while others are against chronic. Let's take a look at the most popular drugs used in the treatment of prostate inflammation.
Types of medicines for prostatitis
All medicines prescribed by the attending physician can be conditionally divided into several categories according to the method of administration:
- Tablets and capsules- taken orally, moderately absorbed by the body, in the case of capsules absorption occurs much faster, as all components reach their destination after a shorttime after the gelatinous shell has dissolved.
- Injections- can be both liquid and powder preparations, which are further diluted in a working fluid, usually an anesthetic, administered intramuscularly or intravenously, and the effect may be evident afterfew minutes. . .
- Rectal suppositories (suppositories)- have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and analgesic effects, are administered to the patient in the rectum when he is on his side, and in this position about half an hour must pass so that thedrug is completely dissolved and absorbed.
- Instillations- a group of drugs that have the maximum positive effect only if they are administered directly to the area of the affected prostate gland, the method is used in a hospital setting, since the introduction occurs through the'urethra.
- Microclysters- as a rule, this includes non-drug drugs, for example, herbal decoctions, are not able to replace drug therapy, but they can be a good remedy for pain relief or prevention.
It is worth noting that some types of drugs can be sold in several forms at once, for example, tablets and suppositories, so the attending physician must indicate this feature without fail.
The most popular drugs for the treatment of prostatitis
Treatment of prostatitis with drugs is a rather complicated procedure that requires the doctor to select the correct drugs that not only relieve pain and eliminate other symptoms with manifestations, but also help eliminate the root cause of the disease. The disease itself can also have a different origin, manifest itself in acute or chronic forms and provide a wide range of inconvenience to the patient, limiting him both in natural affairs and leading to complete infertility.
Classic tablets, intramuscular injections and suppositories for rectal administration can be used in the treatment of prostatitis. The choice of a drug directly depends on the need for the urgency of delivery of its components to the affected organ.
Additional tools
The treatment of prostatitis is not limited to a list of different drugs. Specialists can also use other types of drugs from different categories.
Fluoroquinolones
Fluoroquinolones are antibacterial drugs used in the treatment of prostatitis of tuberculous origin. These funds are used in a complex way, and the patient can be prescribed a course consisting of four or more drugs at once.
Cephalosporins
Cephalosporins are antimicrobial drugs that target specific types of bacteria.
Such drugs can have a broad and direct spectrum of action, and the need to use this or that remedy directly depends on the form of the disease and the cause of its occurrence.
Macrolides
Macrolides are rarely used in the treatment of prostatitis, as they are aimed at fighting certain types of bacteria, such as mycoplasma and chlamydia. By the way, a disease such as chlamydia is often accompanied by prostatitis, so doctors prescribe several tests at once to identify problems with the prostate gland in the early stages.
In acute manifestations of prostatitis, the attending physician can simultaneously prescribe several drugs of various categories. This approach allows you to effectively address both the symptoms and the disease itself.
Analgesics
The vast majority of analgesics are prescribed in the presence of acute pain syndrome, which is an integral companion of chronic, but more often exacerbated forms of prostatitis. The use of drugs belonging to this group outside the framework of drug therapy aimed at eliminating the disease is strictly not recommended, as the body quickly gets used to them, and to achieve an analgesic effect will require an increase in the dose, which canadversely affect the liver and kidneys. The course of analgesics is prescribed on an individual basis.
Alpha-blockers and muscle relaxants
The main task of these groups of drugs is to relieve tension from the spasmodic muscles of the bladder, urethral canal, and also to reduce pressure in the pelvic region. These remedies help get rid of the feeling of discomfort and normalize the urination process.
Immunomodulators
Such preparations basically contain natural ingredients, in the case of prostatitis - extracts based on tissues of the prostate gland of cattle. Regardless of the drug, they all have a common principle of action, which allows:
- to slow down the course of inflammatory processes;
- increases the tone of smooth muscle and bladder walls;
- to minimize the possibility of blood clots;
- improves blood circulation in the prostate gland;
- reduces the volume of the prostate.
Immunomodulators can be used for a number of diseases, including chronic prostatitis, acute non-infectious prostatitis, and prostate adenoma.
In addition, such funds are actively used for prophylactic purposes, which helps to avoid the occurrence of the disease or its relapse.
Vitamins and food supplements
Means that fall into these categories can reduce inflammation, improve fluid drainage, and eliminate congestion. The need for such drugs is also due to an insufficient supply of beneficial nutrients, especially during a course of antibiotics.
Prostatitis is a rather complex disease that should only be treated by a real specialist. Self-selection of drugs is strictly not recommended, since with this approach there is a large percentage of the likelihood of complications in the form of infertility, impotence, and even the risk of developing cancer increases. The use of drugs for prostatitis without consulting a doctor can lead to the fact that it will be impossible to get rid of the disease without surgery. In addition, self-treatment is complicated by the impossibility of making an accurate diagnosis, as this requires the appropriate equipment and knowledge.
It should also be remembered that most of the drugs used in the treatment of prostatitis are quite toxic, and some types are simply incompatible. If you feel pain in the pelvic area when urinating, defecating or ejaculating, go to the bathroom often and can't empty your bladder normally, don't risk it - consult your doctor. Thus, you will not only prevent the unfavorable course of the disease, but you will be able to avoid the development of its chronic form, with which you will have to live your whole life. Also, your sexual function will not be compromised, and with prompt treatment, you will be able to have completely normal and healthy offspring.