Candles "Dalatsin" are an antibiotic, which is part of the pharmacological group of lincosamides and has a characteristic bactericidal and bacteriostatic effect. At the same time, this agent shows the greatest activity against such anaerobic bacteria as streptococci, staphylococci, bacteroids, prevotella, peptococci, acne, clostridia and peptostreptococcus. To treat infections caused by leptospira, chlamydia, actinomycosis, mycoplasmas and toxoplasmosis, the use of the antimicrobial drug Dalacin is also effective. Candles, the price of which is, on average, about 600-700 rubles, are highly active against the causative agents of anthrax and diphtheria. With regard to the pharmacokinetics of this antibiotic, with intravaginal administration, the absorption of its active component, as a rule, does not exceed 5-7%.
The greatest concentration in the blood is reached after twelve to fourteen hours after the direct use of the Dalacin. Candles, analogues of which have a similar mechanism of action, can be purchased today in almost every pharmacy.
This preparation is produced in the form of solid white suppositories of torpedo form. As a main component, antimicrobial candles "Dalacin" contain about 0.1 grams of clindamycin. In addition, they include solid fat, which is a mixture of diglycerides, monoglycerides and triglycerides.
The area of application of this antibiotic, in general, includes bacterial vaginitis of various degrees, caused by the action of pathogenic microorganisms susceptible to clindamycin. However, this drug is strictly contraindicated for individuals with individual intolerance to clindamycin and lincomycin. Also, doctors do not recommend the use of "Dalacin" suppositories during the period of childbirth and lactation.
Separately, one should speak about possible side effects provoked by the use of this antimicrobial agent. For example, in some cases, such reactions as vaginal pain, bleeding, irritation of the vulvar mucosa and vagina, and violation of the menstrual cycle can occur. In addition, Dalacin suppositories can provoke the development of vaginal candidiasis, trichomonas vaginitis, endometriosis, vulvovaginitis and various vaginal infections. Some groups of patients complain of spasms, abdominal pain, the appearance of an unpleasant odor from the mouth, dyspepsia, flatulence, bloating, taste perversion, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, or constipation. In addition, the list of side effects includes a variety of dermatological reactions. For example, urticaria, skin candidiasis, rash, erythema and itching can be observed. It is also possible to develop dysuria, urinary tract infections, proteinuria, glucosuria and hyperthyroidism. Infectious and fungal diseases, dizziness and headache are also noted in individual patients who use Dalcin suppositories.