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Our team of experts can answer many of your feminine health questions. You can search the questions other MONISTAT® users have posted to the site or post a question of your own. And we always encourage you to talk to your own doctor if you have any further questions.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much discharge of the actually medication should one expect after inserting the 1-day ovual? I am concerned about the majority of the medicine leaving the vaginal area.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: You can expect leakage for up to 3 days after completion of treatment. For best results, lie down as soon as possible after the 3 ...
Q: I inserted the 1 day ovule and about 30 mins later it fell out when i went to the bathroom. Should I buy another and is it ok to insert it even though I already had one in?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: You can expect some leakage for up to 3 days after completion of treatment. For best results, lie down as soon as possible after ...
Q: I used Monistat 1 two nights ago. I just got my period. All of my symptoms are gone and I have not experienced any more 'leaking.' Is it okay to use a tampon now?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Use Monistat® for the recommended treatment period (1 day, 3 days, or 7 days according to the product instructions), even during ...
Q: Taken monistat 1 getting RX for diflucan . Are there any contraindictions with these two drugs.
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A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I have been having to wear panty liners a lot lately due to fact if I cough or sneeze I urinate a little could wearing them a lot cause a yeast infection ?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: There are several possible causes for recurrent infections including pregnancy, diabetes, and medications such as birth control ...
Q: i have an itch on my vaginal area and on my inner thighs.No discharge from vaginal area.I have tried soothe care.What else can I use?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend contacting your doctor for the correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Please realize that there are many causes for a a ...
Q: What is a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Yeast infections are very common, and nearly 3 out of every 4 women experience one at some point in their life. A yeast infection ...
Q: I was diagnosed with BV. I finished using the vaginal treatment of metronidazole about 4 days ago. I now have symptoms of a yeast infection. Could the metronidazole have caused a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: why does it feel like there is a heart beat down there
Asked by: question
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I am a male who has recurring fungal infections in the anus and buttox. The usual products recommended are not always effective.. Can Monistat cream be of more help than say Lamisil or tinactin?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: The itch comes back. I been using vagisil and taking some yeast infection prevent. What do u do so u want get back
Asked by: Anonymous
A: There are several possible causes for recurrent infections including pregnancy, diabetes, and medications such as birth control ...
Q: I have been taking OMEPRAZOLE. I have not had any yeast infections for several years, but now I do. Does OMEPRAZOLE cause this problem. Thank you.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Are there certain foods that cause yeast infections?
A: Some doctors have found that heavily sweetened foods can cause recurrent yeast infections. In fact, women have been found to an ...
Q: I just bought a Monistat 1 combo pack for a yeast infection and didn't read the back before I bought it. I read that I should ask a physician if pregnant or breastfeeding. I am currently breastfeeding. Is it ok to use? I thought it was only when pregnant they recommend you use the lowest dose or the 7 day pack.....I'd like to know ASAP so I can get this started and get some relief! THANKS!
Asked by: Anonymous
A: If you are pregnant or think you may be, or if you are a nursing mother, do not use this product except under the advice and of a ...
Q: Is Monistat 3 gluten-free? I have celiac disease and can only use gluten free products. Thanks.
Asked by: Jeanne
A: Monistat 3 Products contain No Gluten
Q: How long does it take for the monistat 1 to clear out of my vagina completely?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: You can expect some leakage for at least up to 3 days after completion of treatment. When using Monistat as instructed, your in 3 ...
Q: I have come across a few ladies who are using Monistat as a hair growth aid by applying the cream directly on the scalp twice or more times a week. The reasoning is that the active ingredient in Monistat, Miconazole Nitrate, apparently helps grow hair faster. Is it safe to use the cream on the scalp for long periods of time? Are they any potential side effects from using it this way over time? Does the Miconazole Nitrate aid in hair growth? Looking forward to hearing your expert opinion.
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A: Monistat is not currently indicated for the purpose you mention. We cannot comment on the use of this product for any condition ...
Q: can i give my partner a yeast infection while he performs oral and vaginal sex?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I just realized that i had a yeast infection, but have had sex recently. how will it affect my partner? will he be ok? need some sort of treatment?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Does Monistat 1reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: No drug interactions have been reported. However, if you are taking another prescription drug or other vaginal products, check a ...
Q: The web site says not to have sex while using Monistat to treat yeast infection. However, if I take Monistat 1, am I able to have sexual intercourse after the first day or 2 after inserting the ovule? Or must I wait a full 7 days before having intercourse again?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend that you avoid vaginal intercourse to allow the vagina to heal. This product may damage condoms and diaphragms and ...
Q: can a yeast infection be under your breasts
Asked by: DLS
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I've heard a couple places on the Internet that you need to iron your underwear--or do something else that will use high temperatures--to kill yeast so you don't reinfect yourself. I was wondering if this was true, though, since I can't seem to find a reputable source that mentions this. I also don't understand how you could 'reinfect' yourself with the yeast--since it is part of your natural vaginal ecosystem anyway. Do I need to treat my underwear or clothing that has touched my underwear in the hamper?
Asked by: Ash
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I've never had a yeast infection before. During a trip to Mexico I began getting all the noted symptoms after swimming in the pool and ocean. Symptoms worsened after snorkeling. From initial appearance to extreme symptoms was about three days. Seeing as it was the weekend I went to the ER. They did a pelvic exam am told me all was fine I only had vaginitis from a little bacterial infection, I was given antibiotics. The next couple of days my symptoms worsened. Is it normal for a yeast infection to worsen if given antibiotics? What happens if it goes untreated? How similar is it to herpes?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Is it possible to have a yeast infection in your essophogus and if so how do you get it?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: At what age should I bring my daughter to the gynecologist? Should I wait until she's sexually active? But what if she is and she's not telling me?
A: Your daughter shouldn't be waiting until she's sexually active to go to the gynecologist. If she's 18, she should be going for a ...
Q: My daughter told me she's been having vaginal discomfort. I think she has a yeast infection or something, so that probably means she is having sex. I don't want to jump to conclusions quite yet, so can you let me know your take on it?
A: Don't worry mom. Many young girls who are not yet sexually active can experience yeast infections. It could be something linked ...
Q: Can I give a yeast infection to my sex partner?
A: It's possible (though not common) for a sex partner to develop a yeast infection. If you are treating a yeast infection—or ...
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