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Monistat 3 Vaginal Cream
Drug Name | Dosage | Quantity | Price | Buy Now |
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Monistat 3 Vaginal Cream | 4% | 15g | $30.70 | Add To Cart |
Indications
Monistat 3 vaginal cream is a cream medication used to treat vaginal yeast infections as well as symptoms like burning, itching, and discharge that may occur.
The medication provides three applicators prefilled with miconazole nitrate cream that provides antifungal effects. Miconazole prevents the growth of fungus to help stop your infection. When used daily, Monistat 3 cream helps treat most vaginal yeast infections while also relieving symptoms such as burning, itching, and discharge.
Dosage and Administration
The administration regimen and directions for Monistat 3 vaginal cream that are prescribed may vary depending on the individual being treated. Follow all instructions given by your healthcare provider and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best results. Do not use more than prescribed more often than recommended.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after use
- Administer Monistat 3 before bed for 3 consecutive nights
- To apply, remove a prefilled applicator from its packaging and remove its blue cap
- Insert the small end of the supplied plunger into the gray hole on the end of the applicator
- While laying on your back with your knees bent or standing with your feet apart and knees bent, gently insert the applicator into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go.
- Push the plunger all the way into the applicator to place the cream into the vaginal canal
- Dispose of the applicator after use; do not flush down the toilet
- Lie down as soon as you can after administration to reduce leakage and ensure the cream is absorbed
- You may want to use fragrance-free pads or panty liners to protect your clothing
- Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides, condoms, or diaphragms until after treatment when your symptoms have cleared.
- Store at room temperature away from children and pets
Side Effects
Monistat 3 vaginal cream may cause you to develop some side effects while killing fungal bacteria to treat your vaginal yeast infection. Talk with your healthcare provider to learn more about any symptoms that you might encounter during treatment.
Common Monistat 3 cream side effects:
- Mild increase in vaginal itching, burning, or irritation upon insertion
- Abdominal cramping
- headache
Serious Side Effects
Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Monistat 3 vaginal cream. Contact your healthcare provider if you experience of the following symptoms:
- Severe vaginal burning, itching, or irritation
- Vaginal swelling
- Abdominal pain
- Hives, rash
Allergic Reactions
Do not use Monistat 3 cream if you are allergic to miconazole nitrate or any of the other vaginal cream ingredients. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you notice any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:
- Hives
- Trouble breathing
- Swollen face, lips, tongue, or throat
Cautions
- Do not use Monistat 3 vaginal cream if you have never had a diagnosed vaginal yeast infection before. Consult a healthcare provider if you think you have your first infection before using this medication.
- Before using Monistat 3 vaginal cream, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following:
- Vaginal itching and discomfort for the first time
- Lower abdominal, back, or shoulder pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge
- Frequent vaginal yeast infections
- Been exposed to HIV which causes AIDS
- Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products during treatment because they can remove the cream before it has fully absorbed.
- Condoms and diaphragms may be damaged by the cream which could lead to a failure to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections.
- Avoid having sexual intercourse during treatment.
- If your symptoms do not fully improve after treatment, speak to your healthcare provider before using another product or medication.
- Some drugs may interact with Monistat 3 vaginal cream and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medications that you take, including over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:
- Blood thinners like warfarin
- Antibiotics
- Steroids
- Birth control pills
- Monistat 3 vaginal cream is not an approved treatment for anyone under the age of 12.
Form and Strength
This vaginal yeast infection medication is available in the form of prefilled cream applicators.
- Monistat 3 vaginal cream applicator strengths:
- 4%
The 4% strength Monistat 3 vaginal cream applicators are available in volumes of 15 grams with 5 grams per prefilled applicator.
FAQ
How long do you have to lay down after using Monistat 3?
Monistat 3 vaginal cream is recommended to be administered right before bed. For best results during treatment, lay down as soon as possible after inserting the cream to help prevent large amounts of the cream from leaking. Follow all directions given by your healthcare provider for the best response.
Can I shower the morning after using Monistat 3?
You can shower any time before administering Monistat 3 vaginal cream because it is usually inserted before bed and absorbed overnight. However, you should avoid douching during treatment because it can remove the drug from your vagina.
Resources:
- https://www.drugs.com/mtm/monistat-3.html
- https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/miconazole-nitrate-vaginal
- https://www.monistat.com/yeast-infection-treatment/monistat-3-day-antifungal/monistat-3-day-treatment-cream
- https://www.monistat.com/sites/monistat/files/2021-05/MNUS009601_M3Insert4webFinal.pdf
Additional information
Brand Name: |
Monistat 3 Vaginal Cream |
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Scientific Name: |
Miconazole Nitrate – non Rx |
Other Names: |
Monistat 3 Vaginal Cream |
Strength(s): |
4% |
Quantities Available: |
15g |
Formulation: |
Prefilled Cream Applicators |