Monistat-1: white discharge and burning, is this normal?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on April 4, 2024.
I used Monistat-1 on Tuesday night for a yeast infection before bed. It's not Friday and since then, I've been having a white, sort of grainy like discharge. It kind of smells sterile or like medicine. Is it the medicine coming out of me? Is this normal? And should I call my gynecologist? I just had my annual a little over a week ago and had no problems. Tested for STD's and STI's, all are negative. I did have bacterial vaginosis (BV) about a month ago and got a prescription for that. I also have a mild burning since having this new discharge. Help!
This is normal. Monistat-1 is a single dose vaginal cream/tablet used to treat a vaginal yeast infection. The cream is designed to stay within the vagina to work without having to reapply every day for seven days. It is normal to get some medicine leakage/discharge. These products may be a bit messy but they are effective.
If you don't like the vaginal products you can ask your Dr about Diflucan.
Diflucan is a single dose oral tablet used to treat a vaginal yeast infection and you take it by mouth so it isn't as messy.
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Can you have sex while using Monistat?
Having vaginal sex while you are using Monistat is not recommended. Monistat is the brand name of the antifungal drug miconazole, which is commonly used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Other types of sexual activity do not interfere with the use of Monistat. Continue reading
Do you wash Monistat out in the morning?
You may shower in the morning, but it is not required. Monistat 3- and 7-day topical yeast infection treatments (miconazole cream, ointment, ovule or suppositories) are inserted into the vagina before bedtime. Lie down as soon as possible after inserting the product to help reduce leakage. During the day, you may want to wear deodorant-free pads or panty shields to protect your clothing as needed. Continue reading
How long do you have to lay down for after using Monistat?
Most women use Monistat (miconazole) right before bedtime, and then lay down for the rest of the night while sleeping. For best results, lie down as soon as possible after inserting the product. This can help prevent significant leakage. You may want to wear a deodorant-free pad or panty shield to help protect your clothing as needed. Do not use tampons during Monistat treatment because tampons may remove some of the medicine from the vagina. Continue reading
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