Both drug treatment (tablets, suppositories, injections) and non-drug treatment (massage, physiotherapy) can be used as treatment for prostatitis.According to the manufacturer, there are at least 150 different types of drugs on sale that help fight inflammation of the prostate gland.Patients planning a successful treatment need an initial consultation with a urologist.
Before using any composition, you should learn everything about it: what the drug contains, what are its pharmacological effects, what are the indications and contraindications.It is also useful to get acquainted with the experiences of people who have already undergone treatment and to hear the opinions of recovered patients.
What are the differences between drug release forms?
The biggest danger with inflammation of the prostate gland is that the pathological microflora continues its journey through the male reproductive system.Without appropriate treatment, the patient receives the following:
- epididymitis;
- balanoposthitis;
- urethritis;
- cystitis;
- pyelonephritis.
Without tests, it is impossible to determine exactly what causes prostatitis.Treatment should be based on the etiology of the disease, only then it will be effective.
The main causes and methods of treatment of prostatitis:
- Blockage in the tissues of the prostate gland.Mild anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed;the use of antibiotics is not appropriate.A good effect is achieved by means that stimulate the activity of blood and lymph vessels that nourish the prostate.
- Bacterial infection.This is the most dangerous of all possible variants of the disease.Strong antibiotics are required, otherwise the inflammatory process will spread throughout the urinary system and affect the urethra, bladder and kidneys.As the infection progresses through the reproductive system, the testicles and the body of the penis will suffer.In the future, impotence, acute infectious prostatitis and acute pyelonephritis will occur.In ambulatory conditions, the patient uses antibacterial drugs and immunomodulators;in a hospital setting, a strong course of immunostimulants and antibiotics targeted against specific pathogens.Treatment is carried out under the control of tests.
- Viral infection.This is rare and requires the support of the immune system.Medicine cannot offer any special measures other than taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Malignant and benign tumors, prostate hyperplasia.In this case, in addition to medication, the help of a surgeon may be required.After the removal of the diffuse or nodular pathological process, the condition of the prostate gland returns to normal.
Depending on the release form, the following types of drugs for prostatitis are distinguished:
- Injections.They are used in hospitals, in severe cases they help to quickly stop the inflammatory process in prostate tissues.
- Instillation.This term refers to the introduction of drugs into the prostate gland through the lumen of the urethra.This procedure is usually performed by a urologist.Approximately 5 ml of medicine is injected in the volume.
- Candles.The most common method of treatment at home, a very convenient and popular form of release.All types of drugs for prostatitis are produced in suppositories: painkillers, antiseptics, vasodilators, antibacterial, immunostimulating, etc.The course of using suppositories should be between 5 and 21 days;after the completion of therapy, the patient should undergo a control urine test.
- Pills.In some cases, it may be appropriate to use oral agents that have a systemic effect.This form of release has undoubted advantages: against the background of genitourinary infection, several foci of the pathological process with prostatitis can be destroyed simultaneously.
- Microclysters.Classical method of treatment.It consists of affecting the prostate gland through the wall of the rectum.It is a very safe and comfortable method, the only drawback is the initial bowel movement.Therapeutic enemas differ from ordinary ones in their composition and lower dosage.
- Ointments.They are used relatively rarely in the treatment of prostatitis, as they are inconveniently applied to the perineal region.
At the same time, you can use different forms of medicine, for example, tablets and suppositories.When choosing a treatment strategy, you should be guided by the recommendations given by the attending physician.
Attention!Control tests should be carried out no later than 2 weeks after the end of the last use of the drug.The risk of chronic prostatitis and impotence is high in patients treated without system.
The most popular and cheapest drugs
Prices for different drug groups differ significantly;It is also important to consider the place where the medicine is taken.Large drugstore chains and online pharmacies are always cheaper than smaller and lesser-known pharmacies.
Fact!The doctor does not specify the specific name of the drug, but indicates the active substance.The doctor's prescription is deciphered by the pharmacist.It is profitable for this specialist to sell an expensive drug, so the patient should ask about cheaper analogues.
Separately, it is worth highlighting such a class of drugs for prostatitis as alpha adrenergic blockers.Medicines affect the hormonal processes occurring in the male reproductive system and help eliminate the initial conditions for inflammation and swelling of the prostate gland.Since the drugs interfere with the chemical reactions involving testosterone, they should be examined by an andrologist before use.
Attention!There are a number of products that reduce the effectiveness of alpha blockers.
Diet is an important part of treatment, otherwise the result will be disappointing.
What are people saying?
Patients who undergo therapy under the control of tests and regularly consult their doctors believe that cheap drugs for prostatitis are no less effective than their expensive counterparts.
Male, 39 years old
Friends recommended a popular composition for prostatitis.They praised me a lot, they said it had a great effect, but for some reason it didn't help me.There are no results.Maybe it's time for me to see a regular urologist?Stop asking your friends for advice.