Male prostatitis can be bacterial or nonbacterial. The reason for the first are different pathogens: staphylococci, streptococci, gonococci and others. Nonbacterial prostatitis occurs due to the influence of factors that create blood stagnation in the pelvic area.
When the first signs of inflammation of the prostate appear, you should urgently consult a urologist. Only a specialist can determine the presence and type of prostatitis and prescribe its therapy with certain drugs.
Medical treatment of prostatitis in men is considered the most effective solution to get rid of this dangerous disease. Its purpose is:
- to eliminate the causes of the disease;
- to stop the inflammatory process in the prostate gland;
- to relieve pain and cramps.
There are several groups of drugs that are used in drug therapy of the disease.
Groups of drugs
Drug therapy for inflammation of the prostate gland is carried out with the help of different groups of drugs. However, only a doctor decides how to treat prostatitis in men with drugs in each case. He chooses the necessary means depending on the form of the disease, as well as the nature of its course.
In most cases, treatment is performed with:
- antibiotics;
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
- antispasmodics;
- painkillers;
- hormonal agents;
- alpha blockers;
- immunomodulators;
- muscle relaxants.
The drugs used to treat prostatitis are used in various combinations, both in the acute form of the disease and in its chronic stage.
Antibiotics and NSAIDs
Antibiotics are prescribed to kill the pathogenic bacteria that caused the disease and alleviate the acute or chronic inflammatory process. The form of release of these drugs can be tablets, capsules, injections, rectal suppositories.
In men, the treatment of acute prostatitis can be carried out with the following antibacterial drugs from the group of fluoroquinolones, which have a broad spectrum of action.
For the treatment of chronic prostatitis it is more advisable to use antibiotics from the tetracycline group or macrolides.
The average course of antibiotics in inflammation of the prostate is 2-3 weeks.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are prescribed in case of ineffective antibiotic therapy or non-bacterial nature of the disease.
NSAIDs actively suppress any inflammation, relieve swelling and have pronounced analgesic properties. Due to the adverse effects of these drugs on the patient's digestive system, short-term courses of their use at weekly intervals are recommended.
Hormones
In men with prostatitis, there is a decrease in the erectile function of the penis. Hormone therapy is prescribed to restore and normalize the endocrine system. It is also necessary to eliminate the inflammatory process in the affected organ.
Alpha blockers
Prostatitis often causes problems with urination. Muscle relaxation is needed to facilitate the flow of urine. For this purpose, the doctor prescribes alpha-blockers.
The drugs act on the sympathetic nervous system, which is necessary to control the tone of the smooth muscles of the bladder and urethra. After taking drugs from this group, the muscles relax, the spasms are eliminated and the excretion of urine is normalized. Means are also needed to eliminate inflammation and pain during urination.
The treatment of prostatitis with drugs from this group is carried out for a long period of time. They are usually appointed for at least six months.
Immunomodulators
After taking antibiotics for prostatitis, the body is in a weakened state. Along with harmful microorganisms, the beneficial microflora is killed. During this period, the man is most susceptible to infection. To reduce the likelihood of dangerous consequences, complications, viral and bacterial diseases, the necessary vitamins, elements and minerals are prescribed.
Immunomodulators are important for strengthening the body. They help to increase not only the local immunity, but also the protection of the body as a whole.
Muscle relaxants
Muscle relaxants are prescribed to reduce muscle tone. They normalize blood flow so that the juice from the prostate gland is released completely. Also, the funds are able to eliminate the pain syndrome.
Painkillers
When prostatitis occurs, many men experience severe pain syndrome, pain during urination. All drugs that are treated, to one degree or another affect the source of pain. However, they are not always able to fully cope with the unpleasant sensations.
In severe pain syndrome, painkillers are indicated.
The drugs are available in the form of tablets and injectable solutions. Doctors note that it is better to act on the source of pain in liquid forms. Enemas are made on their basis. The composition quickly reaches the source of pain, which helps to deal with the pain syndrome in a short period of time.
Soothing
Characteristic of prostatitis is not only the appearance of physiological changes. In disease, the man suffers from decreased potency, problems with erectile function. The penis is not always ready for intimacy.
Men are starting to worry a lot about this. After all, sexual disorders for many patients are one of the most serious manifestations of the disease. Therefore, the patient's psyche suffers.
Sedatives are needed to restore the nervous system. They are also necessary if in the daily life of a man he often has to be nervous and experience stressful situations. Such phenomena negatively affect the already weakened organism.
If severe mental disorders are observed, tranquilizers are needed.
It is worth remembering that sedatives are taken for a short period. Eventually, the body can get used to the constant intake of active ingredients. If you exceed the dose, various complications can occur.
Other means
There are other drugs that are prescribed for prostatitis. But they are not considered essential drugs in the course of treatment.
Anticholinergic drugs are needed to normalize the process of urination, blood circulation and increase potency.
It is possible to reduce the swelling of the prostate tissue with the help of antihistamines. But it is worth remembering that such funds are powerful. Therefore, it is prescribed exclusively by a doctor.
All drugs require a specific dosing regimen. It must be issued by a urologist when prescribing the stages of treatment.
Rectal suppositories
Drug treatment of prostatitis is carried out with the mandatory use of rectal suppositories. Suppositories are more acceptable dosage forms because they act directly on the source of inflammation. In this case, the pain and negative processes are quickly eliminated.
Dissolving in the rectum, the components are immediately delivered from the bloodstream to the diseased organ. That is, the effect occurs after 15-20 minutes. This is especially true when the pain of inflammation becomes unbearable.
Unlike suppositories, the same tablets or capsules first enter the stomach and then, when dissolved, pass through the liver, while losing some of the nutrients and properties.
In addition, suppositories are considered safer forms of medication because they do not affect the functioning of the kidneys and liver.
The variety of rectal suppositories is quite large. They may contain:
- antispasmodics;
- analgesics;
- antibiotics;
- bee products;
- components of the prostate glands of cattle.
Suppositories are almost always based on coconut oil. Thanks to it, the fast absorption of the medicinal components is ensured. Many capsules contain vitamins and minerals that help boost immunity.
Some men can only use suppositories, the tablets are banned due to diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT).
The candles are introduced only after a cleansing enema has been made. They should be placed at least 2-4 cm. After the introduction you should lie in bed for about half an hour. The procedure can be performed at home.
There are many medications and techniques to treat prostatitis. But they will only be effective in combination.
Of course, medications have an effect, but recovery will come much faster if you add physiotherapy and folk recipes.