How Long Should I Wait To Bathe After Using Monistat 1?

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0.1 Can I take a bath after using Monistat 1?

1 How long does Monistat 1 cream stay inside you?
- 1.1 How do I clean my Monistat 1?
2 How many times can I use Monistat 1 in a week?
- 2.1 Is it better to take Monistat at night?
  - 2.1.1 How do you wash clothes after a yeast infection?
3 Can salt water bath help yeast infection?

Can I take a bath after using Monistat 1?

Official answer. You may shower in the morning, but it is not required.

How long does Monistat 1 cream stay inside you?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com, Last updated on April 4, 2023. I used Monistat-1 on Tuesday night for a yeast infection before bed. It’s not Friday and since then, I’ve been having a white, sort of grainy like discharge. It kind of smells sterile or like medicine.

Is it the medicine coming out of me? Is this normal? And should I call my gynecologist? I just had my annual a little over a week ago and had no problems.
Tested for STD’s and STI’s, all are negative.
I did have bacterial vaginosis (BV) about a month ago and got a prescription for that.
I also have a mild burning since having this new discharge.

Help! This is normal. Monistat-1 is a single dose vaginal cream/tablet used to treat a vaginal yeast infection. The cream is designed to stay within the vagina to work without having to reapply every day for seven days. It is normal to get some medicine leakage/discharge.

How do I clean my Monistat 1?

How do you clean Monistat out of its reusable applicator? If you are using a Monistat product that contains a reusable applicator, after you have inserted the medicine, pull the two pieces of the applicator apart and wash both with soap and warm water.

Let the pieces air-dry, then put them back together.
The applicator should be reused for one course of treatment, then discarded.
Monistat is one of several brand names for the drugs miconazole and tioconazole.
Both drugs are from the class of antifungal medicines known as “azoles.” Fungal infections can occur in many parts of the body, and there are several azole antifungal drugs available for treatment.

The Monistat products containing miconazole or tioconazole are specifically made to treat fungal infections of the vaginal area. These infections are sometimes referred to as vaginal yeast infections or vaginal candidiasis because they are frequently caused by various species of the fungus Candida,

Vaginal yeast infections are common in women of reproductive age.
Up to 75% of women will have at least one vaginal yeast infection during their lifetime.
The Monistat products come in several forms—as a cream, an ointment, a vaginal suppository, or an ovule (an oval-shaped suppository)—to be inserted directly into the vagina or spread on the skin around the opening to the vagina.

They come in varying strengths, with the higher strengths requiring fewer days of treatment. Some of the products provide disposable applicators, while others contain a reusable applicator.

Product Name*	Form/Strength	Duration	Applicator
Monistat-1	1,200 mg miconazole ovule	1 day	Disposable
6.5% tioconazole ointment	1 day	Disposable
Monistat-3	4% miconazole cream	3 days	Prefilled disposable
200 mg miconazole suppository or ovule	3 days	Disposable
Monistat-7	2% miconazole cream	7 days	Reusable or disposable
100 mg miconazole suppository	7 days	Disposable

Each is also available as a “combination pack” that includes a tube of 2% miconazole cream to be applied with the fingertips to the skin outside the vagina for itching or irritation. All products are equally effective if used as directed. Product selection is based on personal preference.

Is it OK to use Monistat 1 during the day?

What’s Inside the Box – 1 Ovule® insert 1 Contoured disposable applicator 1 Tube of external itch relief cream Combination Pack 1200 mg Miconazole MONISTAT® 1-Day Treatment Combination Pack may be the perfect solution for busy women with active lifestyles. This powerful, single dose product features a convenient Ovule® that adheres to the vaginal walls for Yeast Infection symptom relief 4x faster than the leading prescription pill. The MONISTAT® 1 Ovule® stays in place and can be used day or night, making it a great solution for women who don’t want to wait until bedtime to begin treating their yeast infection, or for those who exercise frequently or engage in high levels of activity. Day or night Use Day or Night best for active Best for active Max Strength Maximum Strength

Does Monistat 1 work overnight?

How can MONISTAT® help you?

You can use MONISTAT® 1-Day Treatment Combination Pack day or night. MONISTAT® 3, 7, and the MONISTAT® 1-Day Treatment Prefilled Ointment should be used at bedtime. MONISTAT® antifungal products are clinically tested, their safety and effectiveness have been demonstrated in numerous clinical studies. MONISTAT® has a long term record of success — it has been in use for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections for over 40 years and is the #1 Gynecologist recommended yeast infection brand.

MONISTAT® may be a better choice than Diflucan® (fluconazole), the leading oral prescription pill, because:

MONISTAT® relieves yeast infection symptoms 4 times faster MONISTAT® cures more of the most common types of yeast infections1,2 MONISTAT® starts working right at the site of infection (vs. the prescription pill which has to be digested and absorbed into the bloodstream before they start working). Women who have had previous yeast infections and are experiencing the same symptoms do not have to wait for a doctor’s appointment to get the relief they need. Your health insurance company may now require that you use over-the-counter miconazole/MONISTAT® before a prescription pill

This will reduce leakage.
You may want to use panty liners to protect your clothing during the time you are using MONISTAT®.
Temporary feminine odor can be caused by perspiration, intercourse, your menstrual cycle, and even the use of some soaps or douches can disturb the natural vaginal balance.
It’s also very common.

If you are experiencing a strong “fishy” odor and abnormal discharge, see your healthcare professional as you may have, Talk to your healthcare professional before using the product if you:

Have vaginal itching and discomfort for the first time or never had a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a healthcare professional. Your healthcare professional can answer any yeast infection questions you have as well as explain how MONISTAT® works. Have lower abdominal, back or shoulder pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge, as you may have a more serious condition. Have vaginal yeast infections often (such as once a month or 3 in 6 months). You could be pregnant or have a serious underlying medical cause for your symptoms, including diabetes or a weakened immune system. Have been exposed to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS. Are pregnant or breastfeeding. Are taking the prescription blood-thinning medicine warfarin (Coumadin).

Stop using the product and consult your healthcare professional if:

Symptoms do not get better in 3 days. Symptoms last more than 7 days. You get a rash or hives, abdominal pain, headache, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, foul-smelling vaginal discharge or severe vaginal burning, itching, irritation or swelling.

You should also contact your healthcare professional if you have any other medical questions. No. Although MONISTAT® antifungal products used to be prescription, they are conveniently available over-the-counter, and are still prescription-strength. Yes, MONISTAT® can be used during your menstrual period.

In fact, many women get vaginal yeast infections just before their period because of hormone changes. Using MONISTAT® during your period will not affect how well the product works. If you have started treatment and your period occurs, you should complete the full course of treatment. Do not use tampons while using MONISTAT® because tampons may remove some of the drug from the vagina.

Use sanitary napkins or pads instead, and change them often. MONISTAT® is best known for its yeast infection treatment products, but also offers products for feminine care, including odor treatment, chafing relief, itch relief, and cooling cloths. The yeast infection treatment line of products, MONISTAT® 1-day, 3-day, and 7-day treatment formulations, come in a variety of forms including Ovule®, cream, and traditional suppositories.

Combination Pack products contain the vaginal antifungal cure plus external itch relief cream 1-Day, 3-Day and 7-Day Treatment products contain just the vaginal antifungal cure.

Need help? Use our and answer a few simple questions for a Monistat® recommendation based on your needs and preferences. Only 7-day topical yeast infection treatments are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the treatment of yeast infections in pregnant women.

If you are pregnant and think you have a vaginal yeast infection, talk to your healthcare professional before using any product to treat the infection. It is your preference as to which dose you choose. MONISTAT® 1 is our highest strength, one-day, one-dose product that has the highest concentration of medication per dose (1200mg of miconazole).

MONISTAT® 3 is a regular strength, three-day, three-dose product that has a lower concentration of medication per dose (200mg of miconazole). MONISTAT® 7 is a low dose, seven-day, seven-dose product that contains the lowest concentration of medication per dose (100mg miconazole).

All three dosage strengths are similarly effective in curing yeast infections in the same amount of time. Regardless of which dose you choose, if your symptoms do not get better in 3 days or symptoms last more than 7 days, these may be signs that you may have a more serious medical condition so stop the use of the product and contact your healthcare professional.

Need help? Use our and answer a few simple questions for a Monistat® recommendation based on your needs and preferences. MONISTAT® 1, 3, & 7 are antifungal products that cure most yeast infections and relieve yeast infection symptoms 4x faster than the leading prescription pill.

MONISTAT® 1 is the highest dose and is delivered in a single treatment (1 day) MONISTAT® 3 is a regular strength dose applied over 3 treatments (3 days) MONISTAT® 7 is the low dose applied over 7 treatments (7 days)

All doses will cure in the same amount of time and equally effectively. If you do not feel some relief within 3 days, or complete relief within 7 days, stop using the product and consult your healthcare professional

Stop using the product and consult your healthcare professional if:

You should also contact your healthcare professional if you have any other medical questions. If this is your first time experiencing a yeast infection or you are unsure as to whether or not you have one, consult your healthcare professional for a diagnosis.

If you know that it is a yeast infection from past experience and are familiar with the symptoms you can try MONISTAT®. MONISTAT® can begin to relieve symptoms soon after the first dose, with a full cure after several days. Use our and answer a few simple questions for a Monistat® recommendation based on your needs and preferences.

Women who are pregnant are more likely to get a vaginal yeast infection due to the increased estrogen levels.
Only 7-day topical yeast infection treatments are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the treatment of yeast infections in pregnant women.
If you are pregnant and think you have a vaginal yeast infection, talk to your healthcare professional before using any product to treat the infection.

The following are some things that have been associated with preventing yeast infection. Keep the genital area cool and dry by wearing cotton underwear and loose-fitting clothes, change out of damp clothes or a wet bathing suit as soon as possible and change maxi pads or panty liners often when you are not having your period.

Avoid scented hygiene products that are not gynecologist tested like bubble bath, body washes, sprays, pads and tampons.
Also, change tampons and pads often during your period.
Talk with your healthcare professional about any drugs you are now taking — you are more likely to get a vaginal yeast infection if you are taking certain drugs such as antibiotics, steroids or certain birth control pills.

Do not stop taking these drugs without first asking your healthcare professional. A healthcare professional may need to see you to make sure that you do not have other medical conditions such as diabetes or a weakened immune system. When you have a vaginal yeast infection, you may have one or more of the following symptoms: vaginal itching, vaginal discharge that may be thick, white and lumpy like cottage cheese, vaginal soreness, irritation or burning, rash or redness on the skin outside the vagina (vulva), burning upon urination, and painful vaginal intercourse (sex).

Vaginal yeast infections do NOT cause fever, chills, lower abdominal, back or shoulder pain, foul smelling vaginal discharge, or a missed period.
These may be signs of a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or a tubal pregnancy.
If you have these symptoms, call your healthcare professional right away.
Use our to determine what your symptoms may mean.

No, vaginal yeast infections are usually not spread by having intercourse (sex). Common triggers for a yeast infection are menstruation, pregnancy, antibiotic use, having diabetes or a weakened immune system, but sex is unlikely to be the cause. However, if your partner has a rash, itching or discomfort in the genital area, a healthcare professional should be contacted to find the cause of the symptoms.

The healthcare professional should be informed that you are treating a vaginal yeast infection with MONISTAT®. You can resume having sex after 7 days if your symptoms have been relieved. Many things can change the balance of yeast organisms normally present in the vagina. If there are too many, it can trigger a yeast infection.

Triggers include:

Menstruation: Changes in hormone levels during a normal menstrual cycle can result in occasional or recurrent yeast infections. Increased estrogen levels: Women who are taking birth control pills that have a high-dose of estrogen as well as those on estrogen hormone therapy are more susceptible to developing a yeast infection. Pregnancy: Increased levels of estrogen during pregnancy make women more susceptible to recurrent yeast infections. The CDC recommends treatment with a 7-day topical azole, like MONISTAT®, but never treat without consulting your doctor first. Antibiotics: Broad-spectrum antibiotics kill healthy lactobacillus bacteria in the vagina, which enables yeast to overgrow. Diabetes: Whether controlled or uncontrolled, diabetes puts women at higher risk for developing a yeast infection. Cancer Treatments: Undergoing chemotherapy treatments creates a greater risk for developing a yeast infection. Impaired immune system: Women with weakened immunity from corticosteroid therapy or HIV infections are at greater risk for developing a yeast infection.

Importantly, sexual activity is NOT a trigger for yeast infections, though it is a risk factor for other vaginal infections, such as BV and Trichomoniasis. Lastly, most yeast infections result from a type of Candida fungus known as Candida albicans, which is generally responsive to standard treatments, but other strains exist that are more resistant to common treatment options. If you experience any problems treating or curing your yeast infection, consult a healthcare professional. External vaginal pain relievers are sold for the temporary relief of external (outside the vagina) itching, but they won’t cure the yeast infection. Some examples of symptom relief ingredients that will not cure the infection are hydrocortisone and benzocaine. MONISTAT® antifungal products contain an active ingredient that fights yeast and is applied inside the vagina to treat and cure the yeast infection. Most MONISTAT® antifungal products also come with an external itch relief cream for relief of symptoms. Vaginal yeast infections, or vulvovaginal candidiasis, are really very common in women. As many as 3 out of 4 will suffer from one in their lifetime. The infection occurs when Candida, a fungus normally found in areas like the mouth, digestive tract and vagina, begins to multiply and invade the vaginal tissue. Normally, Candida functions alongside other microorganisms in a delicate balance. When the balance is disrupted, an overgrowth of Candida can lead to a yeast infection.

You can exercise while you are taking MONISTAT® 1-Day Treatment Combination Pack. All other treatments should be taken at night when you go to bed, and you can expect some leakage with product use. For best results, lie down as soon as possible after inserting the product. This will reduce leakage. You may want to use panty liners to protect your clothing during the time you are using MONISTAT®. No. Although MONISTAT® antifungal products used to be prescription, they are conveniently available over-the-counter, and are still prescription-strength. Yes, MONISTAT® can be used during your menstrual period. In fact, many women get vaginal yeast infections just before their period because of hormone changes. Using MONISTAT® during your period will not affect how well the product works. If you have started treatment and your period occurs, you should complete the full course of treatment. Do not use tampons while using MONISTAT® because tampons may remove some of the drug from the vagina. Use sanitary napkins or pads instead, and change them often. Only 7-day topical yeast infection treatments are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the treatment of yeast infections in pregnant women. If you are pregnant and think you have a vaginal yeast infection, talk to your healthcare professional before using any product to treat the infection. It is your preference as to which dose you choose. MONISTAT® 1 is our highest strength, one-day, one-dose product that has the highest concentration of medication per dose (1200mg of miconazole). MONISTAT® 3 is a regular strength, three-day, three-dose product that has a lower concentration of medication per dose (200mg of miconazole). MONISTAT® 7 is a low dose, seven-day, seven-dose product that contains the lowest concentration of medication per dose (100mg miconazole). All three dosage strengths are similarly effective in curing yeast infections in the same amount of time. Regardless of which dose you choose, if your symptoms do not get better in 3 days or symptoms last more than 7 days, these may be signs that you may have a more serious medical condition so stop the use of the product and contact your healthcare professional. Need help? Use our and answer a few simple questions for a Monistat® recommendation based on your needs and preferences. You can use MONISTAT® 1-Day Treatment Combination Pack day or night. MONISTAT® 3, 7, and the MONISTAT® 1-Day Treatment Prefilled Ointment should be used at bedtime.

Yes! The ingredients in Stay Fresh Gel from MONISTAT® CARE™ have been clinically tested and shown to be safe. Also, the gel contains no fragrances, parabens, colorants, deodorizers, or drugs of any kind. Most vaginal odor remedies only mask the odor with fragrance, they don’t eliminate it. With regular use, just a small amount of Stay Fresh Gel from MONISTAT CARE® provides long-lasting freshness for days. It coats the vaginal area with a specifically-formulated gel designed to protect vaginal balance and work with your body to restore feminine freshness. Temporary feminine odor can be caused by perspiration, intercourse, your menstrual cycle, and even the use of some soaps or douches can disturb the natural vaginal balance. It’s also very common. If you are experiencing a strong “fishy” odor and abnormal discharge, see your healthcare professional as you may have, Yes, intercourse is safe while using Stay Fresh Gel. Because it lasts for 3 days, there is no reason to use it more often. NOTE: Do not use more frequently than once every 3 days. You can use it any time, although it is not recommended during your period.

After your period After sex After exercise After perspiring For freshness any time

No. Use Stay Fresh Gel for 3 days before and immediately after your period for best results. No. The amount of Stay Fresh Gel used per application is very small, about the size of a nickel. The gel stays in place once it is applied, so it’s discreet and never messy.

No. BV is caused by an abnormal growth of bacteria and must be treated with prescription antibiotics. At this time there are no FDA approved over-the-counter treatments for BV. Trichomoniasis is a parasitic infection and must be treated with prescription antibiotics. At this time there are no FDA approved over-the-counter treatments for Trichomoniasis. If you think you have a yeast infection and are familiar with the symptoms because you have been previously diagnosed with a yeast infection, you can try an over-the-counter antifungal remedy such as MONISTAT®. If this is your first yeast infection, see your healthcare professional. If the yellow tip comes into contact with vaginal discharge that has an abnormal acidity, the tip’s color will change to either blue or green. The color change creates a stain that is darker and easily observed over the yellow background. In a clinical study of pre-menopausal women where the physicians used the test kit, the kit detected over 90% of cases with an abnormal pH associated with a bacterial or Trichomoniasis infection. In 92.9% of cases of no bacterial infection, the kit indicated normal vaginal acidity. In another study where women used the test, there was over 90% agreement between the patient and physician reading of the results. No, in fact, the most common vaginal infection is bacterial vaginosis (BV), which is an infection caused by an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina. Bacterial vaginosis is distinguished by a foul fishy odor, a thin, grayish-white discharge and a change in vaginal acidity. BV is caused by an abnormal growth of bacteria and must be treated with prescription antibiotics. By contrast, yeast infections do not usually cause an odor, and the discharge will often be thick, white, and lumpy with associated vaginal itching and irritation. If left untreated, BV may lead to a serious infection of the reproductive organs called pelvic inflammatory disease and complications in pregnant women, including premature birth. See your healthcare professional if you’re experiencing symptoms like a fishy odor, change in discharge, or sudden irritation within 48 hours after a new sex partner to make sure you do not have a sexually transmitted disease or BV. Another common vaginal infection is Trichomoniasis (Trich), which is a parasitic infection. Symptoms of Trichomoniasis may include itching, burning, redness or soreness of the genitals; discomfort with urination; or a thin discharge with an unusual smell. The discharge can be clear, white, yellowish, or greenish. Like BV, Trichomoniasis must be treated by a healthcare professional. There are also non-infectious causes of vaginal inflammation and irritation. These are usually caused by an allergic reaction or irritation from vaginal sprays, douches, spermicidal products, soaps, detergents, or fabric softeners. Burning, itching, or vaginal discharge may be present even if there is no infection. Yes. Besides infections such as BV and Trich, other factors that may affect vaginal acidity (pH) levels include blood, semen, menopause and perimenopause (low estrogen). Normal vaginal bacteria produce factors that keep the vaginal environment slightly acidic. The acidic environment helps suppress the overgrowth of abnormal bacteria. When abnormal bacteria overgrow or parasitic infections like Trichomoniasis become established, this results in abnormal vaginal activity — yeast infections usually do not result in a change in vaginal acidity. A vaginal pH test can determine your vaginal acidity. Yes. Showering before use will not affect the results; however, make sure you are completely dry before using the test as excess water may affect the test result. Yes. In one study 21.1% of the women with presumed yeast infection actually had mixed infection (a combination of yeast or bacterial infection and/or Trichomoniasis). If left untreated, BV and Trich may lead to a serious infection of the reproductive organs called pelvic inflammatory disease. BV and Trich may lead to complications in pregnant women, including serious infections and premature birth. Trich can also increase the risk of getting or spreading other sexually transmitted infections. For more information visit the, For more information visit the, You may have a yeast infection. If this is your first yeast infection, talk to your healthcare professional. However, if you are in good health, have been previously diagnosed with a yeast infection and are familiar with the symptoms, you can try an over-the-counter antifungal remedy such as MONISTAT®. MONISTAT® is prescription-strength and can begin to relieve symptoms soon after the first dose, with a full cure after several days. You should discuss your symptoms with your healthcare professional to help determine the best treatment for your vaginal discharge and symptoms. Do not self-treat with an antifungal. You can get fast, temporary itch relief with from MONISTAT® CARE™ while waiting to see your healthcare professional.

Do not have vaginal intercourse while using MONISTAT®. When using MONISTAT® do not use tampons, douches, spermicides or other vaginal products. Condoms and diaphragms may be damaged and fail to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Women who are pregnant are more likely to get a vaginal yeast infection due to the increased estrogen levels. Only 7-day topical yeast infection treatments are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the treatment of yeast infections in pregnant women. If you are pregnant and think you have a vaginal yeast infection, talk to your healthcare professional before using any product to treat the infection. Only 7-day topical yeast infection treatments are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the treatment of yeast infections in pregnant women. If you are pregnant and think you have a vaginal yeast infection, talk to your healthcare professional before using any product to treat the infection. No, vaginal yeast infections are usually not spread by having intercourse (sex). Common triggers for a yeast infection are menstruation, pregnancy, antibiotic use, having diabetes or a weakened immune system, but sex is unlikely to be the cause. However, if your partner has a rash, itching or discomfort in the genital area, a healthcare professional should be contacted to find the cause of the symptoms. The healthcare professional should be informed that you are treating a vaginal yeast infection with MONISTAT®. If left untreated, BV and Trich may lead to a serious infection of the reproductive organs called pelvic inflammatory disease. BV and Trich may lead to complications in pregnant women, including serious infections and premature birth. Trich can also increase the risk of getting or spreading other sexually transmitted infections. For more information visit the, For more information visit the, You can resume having sex after 7 days if your symptoms have been relieved. No. BV is caused by an abnormal growth of bacteria and must be treated with prescription antibiotics. At this time there are no FDA approved over-the-counter treatments for BV. Trichomoniasis is a parasitic infection and must be treated with prescription antibiotics. At this time there are no FDA approved over-the-counter treatments for Trichomoniasis. If you think you have a yeast infection and are familiar with the symptoms because you have been previously diagnosed with a yeast infection, you can try an over-the-counter antifungal remedy such as MONISTAT®. If this is your first yeast infection, see your healthcare professional. Vaginal yeast infections are usually not spread by having intercourse (sex). However, if your partner has a rash, itching or discomfort in the genital area, a healthcare professional should be contacted to find the cause of the symptoms. The healthcare professional should be informed that you are treating a vaginal yeast infection with MONISTAT®.

: How can MONISTAT® help you?

Can you take a bath after a yeast infection?

Treatment – Medicines to treat vaginal yeast infections are available as creams, ointments, vaginal tablets or suppositories and oral tablets. Most can be bought without needing to see your provider. If you do need to see your provider, you may wish to ask them about the use of boric acid for yeast infections. Treating yourself at home is probably OK if:

Your symptoms are mild and you do not have pelvic pain or a feverThis is not your first yeast infection and you have not had many yeast infections in the pastYou are not pregnantYou are not worried about other sexually transmitted infections (STI) from recent sexual contact

Medicines you can buy yourself to treat a vaginal yeast infection are:

MiconazoleClotrimazoleTioconazoleButoconazole

When using these medicines:

Read the packages carefully and use them as directed.You will need to take the medicine for 1 to 7 days, depending on which medicine you buy. (If you do not get repeated infections, a 1-day medicine might work for you.)Do not stop using these medicines early because your symptoms are better.

You doctor can also prescribe a pill that you only take by mouth once. If your symptoms are worse or you get vaginal yeast infections often, you may need:

Medicine for up to 14 daysAzole vaginal cream or fluconazole pill every week to prevent new infections

To help prevent and treat vaginal discharge:

Keep your genital area clean and dry. Avoid soap and rinse with water only. Sitting in a warm, but not hot, bath may help your symptoms.Avoid douching. Although many women feel cleaner if they douche after their period or intercourse, it may worsen vaginal discharge. Douching removes healthy bacteria lining the vagina that protect against infection.Eat yogurt with live cultures or take Lactobacillus acidophilus tablets when you are on antibiotics. This may help to prevent a yeast infection.Use condoms to avoid catching or spreading other infections.Avoid using feminine hygiene sprays, fragrances, or powders in the genital area.Avoid wearing tight-fitting pants or shorts. These may cause irritation and sweating.Wear cotton underwear or cotton-crotch pantyhose. Avoid underwear made of silk or nylon. These can increase sweating in the genital area, which leads to growth of more yeast.Keep your blood sugar level under good control if you have diabetes.Avoid wearing wet bathing suits or exercise clothing for long periods of time. Wash sweaty or wet clothes after each use.

Can I use Monistat 1 twice in a row?

Do not use a double dose of this medication.

Does MONISTAT clear all yeast infections?

Yeast infections are not all created equal. In fact, there are many different species of yeast that may be responsible for causing a vaginal yeast infection. In choosing a yeast infection treatment, you want an antifungal that will be effective on the most common type of yeast—called Candida albicans, as well as non-albicans species.

Non-albicans species are often found in women who experience recurrent yeast infections, are taking antibiotics, suffer from diabetes or lupus, or routinely use prescription fluconazole.
Did you know that not all yeast infection treatments cover all species of yeast? MONISTAT® provides the broadest treatment of yeast infection 1 occurrences, more than Diflucan® and Terazol®.

Recent data from the International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease (ISSVD) shows that miconazole, the active ingredient in MONISTAT®, is the only recommended azole treatment for C. glabrata, the most prevalent non-albicans yeast species.

When you compare MONISTAT with all available azole antifungal treatments, it’s clear to see that MONISTAT® provides the broadest treatment for all of the most common types of yeast infections.
MONISTAT® is effective for common albicans and non-albicans species of yeast, so it treats a broader spectrum of common yeast infections than prescription fluconazole.

Plus, research shows that a growing number of yeast species are developing resistance to fluconazole (Diflucan®), but yeast species are less resistant to miconazole, the active ingredient in MONISTAT®.

How many times can I use Monistat 1 in a week?

If you are using the over-the-counter product to self-treat, read all directions on the product package before using this medication, If you have any questions, consult your pharmacist, If your doctor has prescribed this medication, use it as directed.

Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
This product is for vaginal use only.
Wash your hands before and after use.
Avoid contact of this product with your eyes,
If it gets into your eyes, wash them right away with plenty of water.

Call your doctor if eye irritation lasts. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Use the medication usually once daily at bedtime for 1 to 7 nights depending on the product used, or as directed by your doctor. If you are using the single dose tablet, it may be used during the daytime or at bedtime,

If using the vaginal cream, follow the package instructions on how to fill/use the applicator with the cream.
Lie on your back with your knees toward your chest.
Insert one applicator filled with cream into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go.
Slowly press the plunger of the applicator in to apply the cream.

Make sure to insert the correct cream for use inside the vagina, not the skin cream for use on the outer genital area (vulva). If using the vaginal tablet, you may use either the applicator or your finger to insert the tablet. Unwrap the tablet before use.

Follow the package instructions on how to fill the applicator with the vaginal tablet.
Lie on your back with your knees toward your chest.
Insert the tablet or the applicator into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go.
Slowly press the plunger of the applicator to release the tablet.
If you have itching /burning around the outside of the vagina (vulva), apply the skin cream to that area usually twice a day for no more than 7 days.

If you are using a product with only the vaginal cream, you may apply a small amount of the vaginal cream to the area. Continue to use this medication every day for the full time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a few days or if your menstrual period starts.

Stopping the medication too soon may allow the yeast infection to return. Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides or other vaginal products while using this medication. Unscented sanitary napkins may be used for your menstrual period or to protect your clothing from leakage of the medication. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve after 3 days or lasts more than 7 days.

Tell your doctor if your infection returns within 2 months. You may need a different or additional medication to treat your condition.

Is it better to take Monistat at night?

How to use MONISTAT® 7-Day Treatment Cream (miconazole nitrate) – MONISTAT® 7-Day Treatment Cream is a low dose yeast infection treatment that comes with a tube of treatment cream and 7 empty applicators. You fill each one right before you use it. This cream can be used inside the vagina or on the skin outside of the vagina, around the vulva to relieve itching. How to insert the cream: Open the tube by unscrewing the cap. Press the sharp point of the cap into the sealed end of the tube to break open the seal. Attach the applicator to the tube of cream by placing “A” end of the applicator firmly onto tube of cream (see illustration in instructions). Do not pull out the applicator plunger. Gently squeeze the cream into the applicator until the applicator is full, which you’ll see when the plunger has been fully pushed out. Separate the applicator from the tube. Do not release pressure on the tube until you have separated it from the filled applicator. After each use, replace the cap and roll up the tube over the empty part from the bottom. Gently insert the applicator into the vagina as far as it will go comfortably, like you would with a tampon. You can do this while lying on your back with your knees bent standing. With one hand holding the applicator barrel, use the other hand to push the plunger all the way in. This will place the cream as far back in the vagina as possible. Then remove both parts of the applicator from the vagina and throw them away—do not flush them in a toilet. Lie down as soon as possible after inserting the cream to help minimize leakage. Repeat these steps each night before bedtime for the next 6 days. You can find and download full instructions here,

How do you wash clothes after a yeast infection?

Kill the yeast on your shirts and bras and baby’s clothes by adding 1 cup of white vinegar (per whole load) to the rinse cycle of your laundry. Wash bras in hot water with a vinegar rinse at the end of every day (if hand washing, a tablespoon of vinegar in a bowl full of water then rinse again with warm water).

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Remedies for Yeast Infections Medically Reviewed by on April 13, 2023 Yeast infections are caused by a type of fungus known as yeast, a single-cell organism that exists throughout the environment. Most of the time, your body can handle this fungus without any problems. Yeast infections of the mouth are called thrush, while people with vaginas can have vaginitis, or vaginal yeast infections. Treating yeast infections generally requires antifungal medications. In most cases, treatment is simple and the yeast infection clears up right away.

In some cases, you may need to complete multiple courses of or use stronger, prescription medications to put an end to your symptoms.
The most effective treatment for yeast infectionsis a dedicated course of antifungal medication.
But you can also try several home remedies if you are waiting to see a doctor for a diagnosis and prescription.

Here are six treatments for yeast infections (not all of them equally effective). Take Probiotics Many yeast infections happen when your immune system is busy or damaged. It’s common to have yeast infections while on antibiotics because your body’s normal bacteria die off.

By taking probiotic supplements, which are made of live, you can help support the natural bacteria population in and on your body that keeps yeast infections from occurring or getting worse. Eat Yogurt Yogurt is another healthy source of probiotics. Just make sure that you eat the yogurt. It doesn’t offer any benefits when it’s put on your skin, and the sugar that’s present in all yogurt may cause other infections as well.

Apply Saltwater Rinses Yeast infections can sometimes be reduced and soothed by rinsing the area gently with saltwater. Mix a half-teaspoon of salt into a cup of warm water. For thrush, you can gently swish the mixture around in your mouth. For other areas of your body, you can soak the infected area for several minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

Apply Coconut Oil Coconut oil seems to act as an antifungal agent both in the lab and in people. You can gently apply a thin layer of coconut oil to the site of the yeast infection. This may help kill off some of the yeast and may soothe irritated, dry, uncomfortable skin, allowing it to heal. Use Tea Tree Oil Some studies suggest that tea tree oil is particularly effective against yeast while not seriously affecting the bacteria that naturally live on the body.

While more research needs to be done, may be a useful treatment. You can find tea tree oil in suppositories, creams, and ointments, but it should not be applied while undiluted. Frequent tea tree oil application can lead to skin irritation and rashes, so use it in moderation.

Take Antifungal Medications The most effective treatment for any fungal infection is to take antifungal medications.
There are many medications available, from oral medications to topical creams, ointments, and suppositories for vaginal yeast infections.
If you are sure you have a yeast infection, you can find many treatments over the counter.

If you aren’t sure, see your doctor. You can also request a prescription from your doctor if you have recurrent yeast infections or your infection is not responding to other treatments. Make sure to follow the instructions for the drug because there are a variety of different strengths and delivery methods for antifungal medications.

It’s the first yeast infection you’ve ever had. See a doctor to be sure it’s not a more serious problem that needs a different treatment, such as a or STI, You’re pregnant. Any medications, including over-the-counter vaginal creams, need to be approved by your doctor during pregnancy. You often get yeast infections. If you have four or more yeast infections in a year, doctors call it “recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis.” If you have it, you’ll need treatment for up to 6 months with an antifungal medication. Frequent yeast infections can also be a sign that you have diabetes or another medical condition.

If you’re concerned about your symptoms or they’re different from those of past yeast infections you’ve had, you may want to see your doctor for your own peace of, They may recommend a prescription-strength vaginal cream to ease the itching and burning more quickly than an over-the-counter product would.

There are also oral antifungal medications that might be prescribed.
If antifungal medicines are not working, there is also a chance that your infection is not a yeast infection, but something that may require antibiotics.
There’s nothing definitive that you can do that will prevent yeast infections entirely, but there are some things you can try that also may treat a yeast infection once you have it.

Acidophilus. Eating yogurt with live cultures of Lactobacillus acidophilus – a natural, “friendly” bacteria – may head off a yeast infection. Taking with Lactobacillus acidophilus may also help prevent them. Watch what you wear. Avoid tight-fitting pants and wear cotton panties to allow your body to “breathe” and stay cool.

Yeast thrives in a moist, warm environment, so keep things airy and dry to prevent a yeast infection from coming back. Nonprescription treatments. If you’re sure you have a yeast infection based on a past episode, you could try an over-the-counter medication to treat your symptoms. These products are usually creams, dissolvable tablets, or suppositories (oval-shaped doses of the medication) that you put into your vagina.