What topical medications are commonly used for cervicitis?
Generally, cervicitis is treated with topical medications such as Cervicitis Kang Suppository, Polycresulen Suppository, Xiaomi Suppository, Baofukang Suppository, and topical Ulcer Powder. The details are as follows:
1. Cervicitis Kang Suppository: This suppository consists of traditional Chinese herbs such as Chinese purple珠grass (Callicarpa japonica), Sophora flavescens, Stemona tuberosa, and Phellodendron bark. It has functions of clearing heat, detoxifying, drying dampness, and killing parasites. It is suitable for symptoms such as excessive vaginal discharge that is yellowish and thick, and abdominal pain caused by cervicitis.
2. Polycresulen Suppository: This suppository is primarily used for treating cervicitis and vaginal infections. It works by denaturing, necrotizing, and shedding proteins, thereby exerting an antibacterial effect.
3. Xiaomi Suppository: This suppository has effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, drying dampness, killing parasites, reducing inflammation, and inhibiting bacteria. It is commonly used to treat symptoms of cervicitis such as increased vaginal discharge and foul-smelling discharge. It can also be used to treat cervical erosion and cervical hypertrophy. Use of this suppository should be guided by a physician to avoid adverse effects from self-medication.
4. Baofukang Suppository: This suppository mainly contains extracts of zedoary turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria) and has actions of promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis, promoting tissue regeneration, reducing swelling, and relieving leukorrhea. It is suitable for symptoms such as excessive vaginal bleeding, yellow-colored vaginal discharge with odor and itching caused by cervicitis.
5. Topical Ulcer Powder: This powder has functions of clearing heat, drying dampness, and killing parasites. It can assist in treating cervicitis symptoms caused by infections and may be used in combination with other medications such as recombinant human epidermal growth factor gel, cefixime, and metronidazole to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
It should be noted that medication for cervicitis must be used under the guidance of a qualified physician to avoid improper use that could worsen the condition. In daily life, it is important to develop good living habits, maintain personal hygiene, and prevent the occurrence of gynecological diseases.