What is Pimafucin?
This drug belongs to the group of antibacterial agents that exert local action. It is often used for gynecological diseases of infectious origin.
The active ingredient is natamycin. The substance has a harmful effect on pathogenic microorganisms, stopping their reproduction, growth and development.
How do pimafucin tablets are used during pregnancy?
Due to the fact that the components of the drug do not penetrate the placental barrier, it is not forbidden to use it when nursing a baby. However, in any case, a woman should consult a doctor.
According to the instructions for use, the dosage and the frequency of taking pimafucin tablets during pregnancy depend on the type of disorder in which they are used.
So, with candidiasis of the intestine is usually prescribed for 1 tablet up to 4 times a day, with fungal skin lesions the same. With vaginal candidiasis, doctors prescribe the drug as an additional, as part of complex therapy with simultaneous use of creams, suppositories. In a day, a woman drinks 3-4 tablets.
Is everyone allowed to Pimafucin?
Despite the permissibility of using pimafucin tablets during pregnancy, doctors try not to prescribe a drug in 1 trimester, in particular up to 14 weeks. This is due to the laying of axial organs, which occurs in the embryo. In the 3rd trimester of pregnancy, pimafucin tablets are used when it is necessary to sanitize the birth canal.
The drug is not used for individual intolerance of its components.