Representatives of the stronger sex in adulthood often suffer from disorders of the genitourinary system. The reasons for the appearance of unpleasant symptoms are very different, so it can be dangerous to choose a remedy for prostatitis in men themselves.
Diseases of an inflammatory nature require an integrated approach as well as diagnostic studies to prescribe the correct therapy.
Prostatitis and its manifestations
One of the most common diseases in men is prostatitis, it occurs in almost every fifth representative of the stronger sex after 40 years. The disease brings many worries and does not allow a man to lead a full life. The disease occurs as a result of alcohol abuse, a sedentary lifestyle, malnutrition or disrupted sexual activity.
The main manifestations of the disease are:
- Severe traction pain in the lower abdomen.
- Breakdown of the secretory system.
- Frequent urge to urinate, especially at night.
- Unpleasant sensation or pain during intercourse.
- Erectile dysfunction or temporary impotence.
- Foreign matter in urine (blood or pus).
Prostate problems appear suddenly or develop within a short period of time (most often within a week). For fear of going to a specialist, many men seek a suitable prostate medication without a doctor’s recommendation. The pharmacy today offers a wide variety of medicines, and in most cases do not require a prescription to sell them (except for antibiotics). When looking for the right medicine, it should be remembered that improper therapy or premature seeking help from a doctor can lead to a complication of the disease. As a result, prostate adenoma, cancer, infertility and impotence develop easily.
Main treatment methods
Modern pharmacology offers a wide variety of drugs and medicines in the fight against prostatitis. They all differ in composition, release form and usage schemes. The specialist prescribes medication for the treatment of chronic or acute stage prostatitis, after the patient undergoes a diagnostic examination. You will need to have a blood test, urine test, undergo an ultrasound scan.
In the early stages of the disease, when the causative agent of the inflammatory process has not been identified, broad-spectrum drugs are prescribed. After receiving the test results, the therapy is adjusted and the antibiotics are changed to more specialized drugs.
What is the best medicine for prostatitis? A specialist will help you choose the medicine, focusing on the type of disease.
Some examples of common treatment regimens:
- Acute phase of infectious prostatitis (caused by E. coli, Klebsiella, enterococci, pseudomonas). In this situation, an antibiotic from the group of cephalosporins or tetracyclines is prescribed. To relieve symptoms, pain relievers as well as local suppositories are used. The complex therapy lasts 2 weeks.
- Chronic form. Medications prescribed in the form of suppositories or capsules for the prostate according to a certain scheme. Antibiotics only with the aggravation of the disease, in the remission phase only phytopreparations. latent prostatitis. Antibacterial therapy is prescribed for 14 days, as well as suppositories for local action in the inflammatory process. If the disease does not cause discomfort, antispasmodics and pain relievers will not be required.
- Non-infectious prostates. Medications to normalize urine output, as well as antispasmodics to eliminate urethral spasms and edema. Pain syndrome is relieved by analgesics. The course of treatment is 14 days.
The effectiveness of treatment largely depends not only on the drugs to be taken for the prostate, but also on the treatment regimen and the mode of action chosen correctly. The complex is chosen by a specialist, taking into account the need to affect the prostate gland and the inflammatory process in a certain way.
The main groups of drugs used by urologists in the treatment of prostatitis:
- Antibiotics.
- Drugs not steroids.
- Painkillers.
- Immunomodulators.
- Homeopathy and herbal remedies.
The doctor prescribes several types of pills at the same time or adds candles with the desired properties in injections. Approach is the integrated approach (use of drugs of different actions) that allows you to achieve a good result and effectively cope with the disease. Some medications will need to be taken until the symptoms disappear, others completely. It is necessary to strictly follow all the recommendations of the doctor and not to violate the prescribed treatment regimen.
Antibacterial drugs
Any inflammatory process is suppressed in the body by antibiotics. Prostatitis caused by infection is no exception. The specialist, after receiving the test results, visual examination, prostate palpation and patient questioning, prescribes a course of antibacterial agents.
An appropriate group is selected depending on the type of disease:
- Fluoroquinolones.Used to treat a disease that has progressed to a chronic form as well as severe stages. These drugs are effective with few side effects. They quickly relieve inflammation and inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria.
- Tetracycline.Used to treat the acute phase of the disease. The main contraindications for use are leukopenia, as well as renal pathology, a possible manifestation of an allergic reaction.
- Penicillin.May cause unwanted side effects like drowsiness, dermatitis, lethargy, tinnitus and headache. Therefore, it is used with caution in people with chronic kidney and liver disease.
Modern drugs quickly begin to act on the problem area and allow you to cope with the inflammatory process within a few days. The urologist prescribes an antibiotic against prostatitis, taking into account the patient's health status, the nature of the disease, and age. The specialist takes into account the evaluation of good proven drugs, as well as recent developments in the market.
Non-steroidal drugs
Anti-inflammatory drugs to treat prostatitis can quickly relieve groin pain, reduce inflammation and significantly alleviate the condition. Immediately after taking, after a few hours, the patient notices a decrease in pain, discomfort and normalization of urination. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs reduce muscle tone in the groin area and thus improve well-being.
Many patients, noticing changes for the better, neglect to take medication other than only worsening the condition. It should be understood that such drugs are taken in combination with antibiotics and other means.
Alpha blockers for pain relief
Medications belonging to this category are prescribed to relax the muscles as well as to improve the process of urine flow. Such drugs are present in almost every treatment regimen, regardless of the form of the disease (acute phase, chronic phase). It should be remembered that the medicines themselves are no longer intended for treatment, but only block and remove the main unpleasant manifestations that do not allow a person to live normally.
Immunomodulators to support the body
In the acute phase or chronic form of prostatitis, it can not be done without drugs that increase the body's defenses. Moderators have an effect on cellular and humoral immunity and contribute to the body's resistance to infections, increase overall tone and normalize many processes.
Drugs from this group of drugs are used in combination with other drugs and have an effect already in the first hours after administration.
Homeopathy and herbal remedies
Herbal remedies or homeopathy are just as popular as any other type of medicine. They are safe for the body and at the same time are just as effective.
Medications are available in the form of suppositories or tablets. They are sold freely, without a doctor's prescription. Before taking it, it is important to carefully read the instructions and follow the recommended doses.
Form of prostatitis medication
All over-the-counter medications vary in their release form. Not every person knows what is the peculiarity of choosing one or another species. More is more suitable for taking tablets, but the injections act faster and allow a sufficient concentration of the active substance to go faster to the site of inflammation.
The following forms of medication are most commonly prescribed by specialists:
- Injections.One of the best forms of treatment, although it is accompanied by quite unpleasant sensations during the injection. Any treatment regimen for prostatitis almost always starts with scheduling injections.
- Rectal candles.Due to its local action, it is this form of medicine that can quickly relieve pain, relieve inflammation, and activate blood flow. Prostatitis suppositories may be with antibiotics, and also contain a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or anesthetic drug.
- Tablet.The most convenient form to use, as it is quickly accepted. But through the stomach, drugs enter the bloodstream worse and the effect may not be the same as other forms of medication.
The method of treatment and the form of release of the medicine by the doctor is chosen based on the general condition of the patient, as well as the need for a certain effect. If therapy is chosen incorrectly or the patient has not followed the prescribed admission schedule, treatment regimen, then prostatitis drains into a chronic form. This form of the disease is more difficult to treat and can lead to serious consequences. Therefore, in case of problems with the prostate gland, you should not treat yourself, but immediately contact competent specialists who will take into account all the characteristics of the body and prescribe the appropriate treatment.