{"product_id":"canesten-thrush-external-cream-2","title":"Canesten - Thrush External Cream 2% 20g (P)","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCanesten - Thrush External Cream 2%\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanesten treatments for thrush relieve irritation of the vulva (vulvitis) which is caused by vaginal thrush (candidiasis).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough this Canesten Thrust cream provides relief from the external irritation caused by vaginal thrush, it cannot treat any internal (vaginal) cause of the infection. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend a treatment for this.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly Canesten treatments for thrush if you have been previously diagnosed by your doctor as having vaginal thrush. Some women suffer from recurrent attacks of thrush. To reduce the frequency of these attacks, the sexual partner's penis can be treated with this cream as well, even if they have no symptoms of thrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe active substance in Canesten Thrush Cream is clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called azoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of infections such as vaginal thrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Thrush?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrush is an infection caused by a yeast called Candida. This yeast normally lives in your body quite happily without doing you any harm. But when the natural pH balance of your vagina is upset - which can easily happen - Candida can multiply. And that's when you may start to itch and develop thrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho gets Thrush?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon't worry or be embarrassed about having thrush, as thrush is much more common than you might think - 3 out of 4 women have it at some point in their lives, especially if they are under the age of 20 or pregnant, and it is commonly suffered around the time of a period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMen are not immune. They can get thrush too, though only a few develop the rash and itchiness. Most male sufferers act as carriers, without actually having the symptoms. To help prevent re-infection, make sure your partner uses Canesten treatments for thrush as well as you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the infection occur?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNormally, there is a delicate balance between bacteria and yeasts that live naturally within the vagina. However, this balance is easily upset by any of the following factors which could allow the yeasts to overgrow, leading to thrush infection:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntake of medicines such as antibiotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrauma of sexual activity or tampons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfumed soap, shower gels and bubble baths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMenstruation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWearing tight clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is important to treat thrush during pregnancy, as evidence shows that it could be passed onto your baby (in the form of oral thrush or other fungal infections) through your birth canal when giving birth. If you are pregnant and think you may have thrush, please visit your doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the symptoms of Thrush?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe main symptom - and by far the most irritating - is the itching. You may also feel a burning soreness and this can be accompanied by a whitish odourless discharge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThough very uncomfortable, these symptoms can be sorted out quickly and easily, by treating at the site of infection as well as soothing the irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost women seek help for relief of external itching. However, it is important that the infection is treated internally as well as externally, to prevent symptoms from returning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf Canesten Thrush Cream has been prescribed for you by your doctor, follow any instructions he\/she may have given you. If you purchased this product without a prescription, follow these directions closely:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo treat the itching and soreness of the vulva (vulvitis), the cream should be thinly and evenly applied to thearea around the entrance of the vagina, 2 or 3 times a day and smoothed in gently. A product to treat the internal (vaginal) infection should be used at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreatment should be continued until symptoms of the infections disappear. Consult your doctor if the symptoms of your infection do not improve within seven days of finishing treatment for the internal infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreating your sexual partner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your sexual partner is treated with this cream, the cream should be applied to the end of the penis 2 or 3 times a day for up to two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not put the cream in your mouth or swallow it. If the cream is swallowed accidentally, tell your doctor straight away or contact the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use Canesten Thrush Cream i\u003c\/span\u003ef you are allergic (hypersensitive) to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of Canesten Thrush Cream\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore using Canesten Thrush Cream, you should see your doctor if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are unsure whether you have thrush or this is the first time you have had these symptoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have had more than two infections of thrush in the last six months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou or your partner have ever had a sexually transmitted disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are aged under 16 or over 60.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have ever had an allergic reaction to Canesten or any other vaginal antifungal products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have any of the following symptoms:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrregular vaginal bleeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbnormal vaginal bleeding or a blood-stained discharge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUlcers, blisters or sores of the vagina or vulva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower abdominal pain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePain or difficulty in passing urine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFever or chills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeling sick or vomiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhoea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA foul smelling discharge from the vagina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCanesten Thrush Cream is for external use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin irritation (e.g. rash, itching or redness).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with other creams, this product may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, such as condoms or diaphragms. Consequently, you should use alternative precautions for at least five days after using this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are pregnant or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten Thrush Cream. If you have informed your doctor or midwife already, follow his\/her instructions carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not put the cream in your mouth or swallow it. 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