Canesten Thrush Internal Cream - 5g

Canesten Thrush Internal Cream is a treatment for thrush. It can relieve symptoms in as little as 3 days.

Like all medicines, Canesten Thrush Internal Cream may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects may include:

Abdominal or vaginal pain
Nausea
Irritation

If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.

Warnings
Canesten Thrush Internal Cream may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not use it if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or during your period, as it may be less effective.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if:

You are unsure whether you have thrush or this is your first time experiencing symptoms
You have had more than 2 infections in the last 6 months
You or your partner have ever had a sexually transmitted disease (STD)
You have irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding
You have ulcers, blisters or sores in the vagina or vulva
You have lower abdominal pain
You have pain or difficulty passing urine
You have a fever or chills
You feel sick or are being sick
You have diarrhoea
You have unusual smelling discharge

This cream may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraception such as condoms.

Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before using this product.

You must tell your healthcare provider if you are taking tacrolimus or sirolimus.

Age restrictions
This product is not suitable for children under 16 years old.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
This product can be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any new medicine.

Consult your doctor before use if you are taking any other medicines or if you have a health condition not mentioned in the patient information leaflet.

Always read the patient information leaflet before use.

May cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how your body reacts to this treatment.

Do not take more than one tablet in any 24 hours.

This medicine must not be taken by women.

For further information on our medication restrictions policy, please click here

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• NHS - Help & Advice on Drug Addiction
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