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Suggest A Treatment For Vaginal Itching And Discharge

I have been prescribed omeprazole 20mg per day which i have been taking for just over 2 weeks as a result i have developed vaginal thrush, which is causing me some discomfort including vaginal itching and discharge. I have just been diagnosed with H pylori virus and have now ben prescribed 2000mg amoxicillin per day and 1000mg clarithromycin and the omeprazole has been increased to 60mg per day, am i able to take cannesten once tab to treat the thrush if i purchase myself or should i go back to my gp for treatment ???? thank you in advance
Mon, 18 Apr 2016
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Hello,

Yes, you can start with Canesten cream for the yeast infection. This cream contains Cotrimazole which is very effective against Candida infection. Alternatively, you can start with oral medication, Fluconazole (Fole) 150 mg once a day for 5 days.

There are some tips that you can use to prevent recurrent candida infections. You should avoid tight clothing and switch to cottons if possible. Too much sweating can cause thrush. Exercise regularly, eat balanced diet and maintain your immunity. Do not spend too much time in hot baths or bubble baths. Keep the vaginal area dry. Do not forget to urinate after every sexual intercourse.

If you do not find relief regarding thrush in 5 days, you should contact your prescribing doctor and ask to change antibiotics you are taking or reduce dosage.

I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care.

Best,
Dr. Viraj Shah
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Suggest A Treatment For Vaginal Itching And Discharge

Hello, Yes, you can start with Canesten cream for the yeast infection. This cream contains Cotrimazole which is very effective against Candida infection. Alternatively, you can start with oral medication, Fluconazole (Fole) 150 mg once a day for 5 days. There are some tips that you can use to prevent recurrent candida infections. You should avoid tight clothing and switch to cottons if possible. Too much sweating can cause thrush. Exercise regularly, eat balanced diet and maintain your immunity. Do not spend too much time in hot baths or bubble baths. Keep the vaginal area dry. Do not forget to urinate after every sexual intercourse. If you do not find relief regarding thrush in 5 days, you should contact your prescribing doctor and ask to change antibiotics you are taking or reduce dosage. I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care. Best, Dr. Viraj Shah