Cyclodynon - herbal medicines, which normalizes the levels of female hormones and the pituitary gonadotropins, helping to reduce the formation of prolactin. This mechanism of action allows for Cyclodynon to restore the hormonal levels of women.

The mechanism of action Cyclodynon

Cyclodynon - it is herbal, which is used in the menstrual cycle, breast, and premenstrual syndrome. Active ingredient tsiklogenona a dry extract of K. prostrata. Produces tsiklogenon German pharmaceutical company Bionorica tablets, coated tablets, drops and oral.

Other pharmaceutical companies on the basis of fruits K. prostrata issued the following drugs: Agnukaston, Vitex sacred, mastodeton, mastodinon, prostrate summer cypress ordinary, extract of K. prostrata.

The mechanism of action Cyclodynon is that it has a general harmonizing effect on female hormones. Under the influence of this drug reduced production of pituitary hormone prolactin. That is a large amount of prolactin is often the cause of menstrual disorders and mastopathy. Prolactin inhibits the secretion of pituitary hormones that stimulate the formation of female sex hormones - follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). Under the influence of FSH in the first half of the menstrual cycle is maturation of the egg follicle. When the egg is mature, significantly increasing the number of LH, which stimulates the release of an egg from the ovary (ovulation). LH also supports hormonal balance of the second half of the menstrual cycle.

By increasing the amount of prolactin disrupted the process of oocyte maturation, ovulation Ovulation - How to determine as accurately as possible?   and hormones of the second half of the menstrual cycle. Violated the relationship between the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone, which leads to various violations of the menstrual cycle. Admission Cyclodynon normalizes the ratio of FSH, LH, estrogen and progesterone.

Cyclodynon also used for pain in the breast and mastitis. This action is also associated with the suppression of prolactin, which promotes the growth of connective tissue, an increase in length and expand milk ducts, which are formed when plugging numerous cysts - so formed fibrocystic breast disease Breast - the mirror Women's Health . Suppression of prolactin helps to restore hormonal and reverse resorption of small cysts. Large fibrocystic nodes are not absorbed, so they are removed surgically.

Indications and Contraindications

Cyclodynon apply:

• in the menstrual cycle - the restoration of hormonal contributes to its normalization;
• premenstrual syndrome (PMS) - increased production of LH increases the secretion of progesterone and preventing characteristic of PMS symptoms;
• pain in the chest before menstruation and diffuse (evenly distributed in both breasts) mastitis - under the influence of Cyclodynon resolve small cysts.

Admission Cyclodynon contraindicated in women hypersensitivity to the drug, pregnancy and nursing Breastfeeding - a personal choice   feeding.

Side effects and overdose

In most cases Cyclodynon well tolerated, but sometimes it can have a stimulating effect on the central nervous system. At the same time the woman may appear motor and mental agitation, confusion and even hallucinations (she can see, hear and feel what is actually there).

Quite rare, but it can develop at Cyclodynon and allergic reactions such as itchy rash, urticaria, and angioedema. If lactose intolerance (milk sugar, which is contained in the tablets Cyclodynon) may appear loose stools, bloating and abdominal pain Abdominal pain: Types and Symptoms . In this case, you can go to the reception drops Cyclodynon.

Overdose Cyclodynon not met.

How to take Cyclodynon

Cyclodynon prescribed only after a preliminary examination. Taking it to 40 drops, or one tablet once a day in the morning with or without food. Tablets are not chewed and washed down with a small amount of liquid. Bottle with drops, which should be well shaken.

The duration of treatment should not be less than three months. If necessary, prescribed by a doctor can be carried out repeated courses of treatment Cyclodynon.

When used properly Cyclodynon help restore hormonal women.

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Cervicitis - an inflammatory disease of the cervix. For some women, this violation does not cause any symptoms. Other cervicitis may be accompanied by symptoms such as non-menstrual bleeding, or unusual vaginal discharge Vaginal discharge: normal or disease? . Cervicitis often a consequence of infections, sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia and gonorrhea. However, the disease may be other reasons.

For successful treatment of cervicitis is usually required to cure the root cause, cause inflammation.

Symptoms of cervicitis

Most often, cervicitis are asymptomatic, and the patient will learn about it after the analysis of a smear or biopsy made during the diagnosis of any other disease. Some women cervicitis can cause the following symptoms:

• Heavy vaginal discharge gray or yellowish color, sometimes - with an unpleasant odor;
• Private and painful urination;
• Pain during sexual intercourse;
• Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, between periods or after menopause.

When to call a doctor

Consult your doctor if you have the following symptoms:

• Unusual vaginal discharge, lingering for a long time;
• Non-menstrual vaginal bleeding;
• Pain during sexual intercourse.

These symptoms may indicate either cervicitis, and on the other, sometimes - more severe disease.

Causes of

Cervix, among its other functions, acts as a barrier blocking the path of the bacteria and viruses in the uterus. When inflammation of the cervix caused by infection, there is an increased likelihood that infectious agents can penetrate into the uterus. This risk exists in the case of disease cervicitis.

Possible causes of cervicitis:

• Diseases transmitted through sexual contact. In most cases, bacterial and viral infections causing cervicitis is transmitted through sexual contact. Cervicitis may be the result of common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), gonorrhea Gonorrhea - self-ruled , Chlamydia, trichomoniasis and genital herpes. It is not proven that HPV - another common STD - can lead to cervicitis.
• Allergic reactions. The cause of cervicitis can become allergic to spermicides or latex condoms.
• Excessive proliferation of bacteria that normally live in the vagina (bacterial vaginitis) can also lead to the development of cervicitis.

Risk factors

The risk of cervicitis increased in patients who:

• Having sex without a condom and / or have multiple sex partners;
• They began to be sexually active at a very young age;
• Previously postponed or another STD.

If your partner has had sexual relations Sexual relations: how to bring passion   with many people, the likelihood of developing cervicitis also increased.

Complications

Cervicitis caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia can spread into the uterus or fallopian tubes and lead to pelvic inflammatory disease. For some women, this disease causes pelvic pain, fever and unusual vaginal discharge; in others it is asymptomatic. For those and other pelvic inflammatory disease can lead to problems with fertility.

Diagnostics

Usually, the diagnosis of cervicitis carried out:

• Gynecological examination. During the examination the doctor feels the pelvic organs to identify possible tumors and areas of increased sensitivity. Sometimes during a pelvic exam Gynecological examination: an important component of women's health   also applies expander that the physician can better evaluate the state of the upper part of the vagina and cervix.
• Collection of samples for analysis. After completion of the examination, the doctor makes the fence samples of cervical and vaginal fluid. Usually, the whole procedure takes only a few minutes. The doctor sends the samples to the laboratory for analysis. Sometimes the diagnosis is also required to do a urine test.

Treatment

If the cause of cervicitis is not an STD, treatment may not be necessary. If the disease is caused by infection transmitted sexually, it is necessary to cure. Partner patient also urged to undergo treatment.

Inflammatory processes typical of cervicitis can be stopped with certain prescription drugs. If cervicitis is caused by a bacterial infection, the doctor will prescribe a course of antibiotics. If the patient diagnosed genital herpes, it can be assigned to antiviral drugs, but they do not cure herpes, but only accelerate recovery during the active phase of the disease.

To avoid infecting others, it is recommended to abstain from sexual intercourse until the end of treatment.

Prevention

Best way to prevent cervicitis - a reduction in the risk of contracting STDs. To do this, you must use condoms or practicing long-term relationship with one partner. And then, and more can not completely exclude the possibility of infection with sexually transmitted diseases, but, nevertheless, will reduce the risk to a minimum.