Monistat 7 and Burning: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Kay...
• June 6, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I have used Equate 7 Day before with success, did have some burning a bit when I inserted, but it was tolerable. I used Monistat 7 last night, and within two hours I was awake with unbelievable burning and itching. I couldn't sleep, it was so uncomfortable. The pain I felt was enough that I almost panicked. I wiped off as much as I could and used a cool rag to help. I finally got an ice pack and put that there for 20-minute increments. It was miserable. I was up for hours, then finally was able to sleep around 4 a.m. I feel swollen and irritated this morning, with some itching, but I walk like I've got on a full diaper. I'm seriously not sure what to do now... can't do another night like that."

• The...
• October 24, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Whoever thought you could just tell women to take this product, Monistat 7, before bed is a cold person. Did you really think anyone could sleep with the itchy and burning vagina? I am so annoyed, and my feelings are so hurt right now that you would allow any woman to endure this feeling for some dollars. Who approved this to be on the shelves at the store? I wouldn't wish this feeling on my worst enemy. My first and last time taking this product. This is day two, and it was worse than last night. I am a fool for going for it twice. When you guys put the side effects on the box, do not sugarcoat it - talking about minor itch or burning, etc. Let us know... side effects, my ass, it causes you to want to have your vagina removed. RIP to my vagina."

• Bro...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 4, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Don’t let the product run out/touch your vulva is the key! I have a very mixed review actually. The first time I used it, I felt an unbearable amount of burning and itching most gals are describing. So bad, I literally showered and washed until it all came out. Stubborn me, the next night I decided to give it another shot since I came across someone (genius in my book lol) who said it won’t burn/itch as long as it doesn’t touch the vulva or outside of the vagina. This is so true! I inserted the cream, laid right down with my knees bent up so the product flowed down into my v, not out. Do not walk around or pee! Vagina life saver folks."

• Cam...
• February 9, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "After reading the label, I found that it says the burning and itching will increase even more so than what you have already been experiencing. This product is VERY strong, and I’ve found the worse your YI is, or the more prolonged amount of time it took you to treat it, the worse the side effects will be. I tried to tough it out for about 45 minutes before I couldn’t stand the pain anymore and rinsed as much as I could out. Within another 45 minutes, I was starting to feel a little better. It was awful. I’m on day 2, this time I’m in the same position, laying on my back, legs up, but instead of inserting the full amount at once, I’m slowly releasing the product in a little at a time. Like I’m talking a slight push on the syringe every 5 minutes or so. It seems to be helping, still a little irritating, but NOTHING compared to day 1. Good luck, ladies."

• Lov...
• February 19, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "No, no, no!!! Using this at the moment and happen to come across this page! It itches so bad and burns!! What do they put in this product?! I used Equate 7-day treatment before and no burning or itching at all!! I’m never buying Monistat again!!!!!"

• Nis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 5, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Currently 8 months pregnant and have had mild YI symptoms for about 2 weeks at first. Then came the itching with swollen bits and the burn from itching. Around the time they first started, I told my doctor, and she recommended this. I was hesitant and thought maybe it would go away on its own, but it didn't. Now, I've taken Monistat 3 before I was pregnant and do NOT remember it being this bad. I just used my first dose of the 7-day treatment and my hootenanny is on 10!!!! The burning and itching are worse than it was before I took it!! I'm currently laying here, spread-eagle with a pillow under my butt. This is horrible. I'm not sure I can last 7 days using this."

• Ver...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 20, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I am in a literal living nightmare. I caught a yeast infection from sex with a lover, and I am laying in bed cursing both the day he was born and Monistat. This is an awful cream. My lady bits itch like I made love to poison ivy while simultaneously burning like a wildfire. I gave birth without drugs, and I would do it again before using this cream. So mad at my lover and Monistat 7."

• Jen...
• April 12, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Ok, so I totally get what everyone is saying. Day 1 was THE WORST. After I applied it, I laid in bed almost crying because it was so uncomfortable. It was like a tingly, burning itch deep inside that I could not get to. My boyfriend thought I was dying, and I ended up in the shower rinsing it off. After talking to some coworkers who get them all the time, she said my vaginal area was probably so raw. I am currently sitting here on day 2. So much better! Just some mild itching! I promise it gets better! Stick with it, girls!"

• Anonymous
• May 25, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I'm 25 weeks pregnant, and this is my 3rd time using Monistat, and it ALWAYS burns the first time you use it, so don't be alarmed, it's completely normal. That's actually a good sign that it's working, and before you know it, you'll be feeling much better, so just try to get through the burning stage because this stuff WORKS!"

• Chi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 12, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "If anyone is wondering how long it will take before symptoms start to improve, it took me 2.5 days before I experienced any improvement at all, and the itchiness started to subside. I'd used it twice (2 doses), and the itch got somewhat better about 4-5 hours before my 3rd dose of cream. The directions say to contact a doctor if you have no improvement after 3 days, so don't panic if you are well into 2 days and haven't improved. Also, I did experience some increased itching and burning that was uncomfortable on the first night (but not horrible), and it improves each night. I just inserted my 3rd dose, and the side effects tonight have not been bad at all. I did notice that Monistat makes an ointment treatment for sensitive skin that has a different active ingredient, so if you are very raw and irritated from your infection, you may want to consider looking for that. It seems that the more irritated and raw you are, the more the treatment will itch and burn."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 20, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This is so messed up. Friday evening after a long work week, and now my vagina is ON FIRE. Just like one of the reviews said, I’m spread eagle using my handheld fan we used as giveaways for our wedding to calm down the BURNING and ITCHING. My YI wasn’t close to this bad. I hope this first application calms my YI down, 'cause I can’t bear six more days!! I will say reading these reviews helped distract me, and I don’t feel so alone on this crazy ride we women endure!"

• SUP...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2016

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I've had YI in the past, and they would go away either by pill or just because. This time I was fed up, so I bought the Monistat 7 day pack, and BOY OH BOY. Less than a minute of inserting that thing, it started to BURN. I'm saying like putting hot bacon grease on your kitty type burn. Sitting in a bath full of hot sauce type burn. Dropping the curling iron on your kitty type burn. And it's gonna burn for a good 30 minutes. I really wanted to scratch, but I couldn't. I'm telling you, this thing is on FIRE. So it better work in the morning. And this YI better be gone after these 7 days because I can't do this no more."

• Fir...
• February 7, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Don’t let the other comments scare you! I thought I had a yeast infection but waited about two days to be sure, meaning it developed to be pretty bad. I was concerned that it would burn (most people on here said it did... BAD) but the first night I had no burning. The itch increased slightly, but it was very bearable. The next day after night one, it was slightly itchier but definitely worth it. I am on day two, and all symptoms are almost completely gone!!! Will continue for the total time just in case, but definitely would recommend."

• Too...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 26, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Monistat 7 is my go-to. I'm on the first night, and I timed how long the intense burning/itching lasted (29 min). I rated the product so high because of its effectiveness. I hate yeast infections, and I try to avoid them at all costs (probiotics, yogurt, cotton undies, using the same soap, etc.), but like others, I was prescribed antibiotics due to an oral surgery, and voila, yeast city. Tips: cold rag placed on area or fan blowing straight on your area while you're laying on your back. Patting area gently helps as well. Try not to get the medicine on the outside of your vagina. If you've had the yeast infection for a while or if it's just aggressive, chances are your area is dry and skin is probably irritated...use some kind of lubricant (I use A&D ointment), not much of it, but it may help with comfort. And yes, it really, really sucks at first, but it beats the alternative, in my opinion. Speaking from a woman who had gone to the emergency room after using Monistat 1...you can do it."

• GOD...
• January 8, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Ok, so I've had my YI for about 5 days now, and I've finally bought Monistat 7. Oh my! After I inserted my first application, I felt instant discomfort. I was so scared because it was burning and itching, and you really can't do anything to stop it. It's been about 30 mins, and I have been putting cold pieces of tissue on my lady parts, and it had been helping. Hopefully, tomorrow is easy. Wish me luck, ladies!"

• Mak...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 19, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Day 1: MAKE SURE TO LAY DOWN!!! Don’t let it get outside your vagina. Put as far back inside you as possible. It burned and itched like lava, like fire ants in your vagina. Take pain meds and go to sleep after. Day 2: The burning and itching I had from the yeast infection was very minimal, and I sat in the car all day for a drive. Inserted and laid for five minutes but forgot to go pee beforehand. After peeing, two minutes of being up, the itching and burning intensified twice as worse as yesterday’s. Day 3: I only noticed any symptoms when it came to putting cream on. I stayed laid down for 25 minutes after inserting it. It didn’t burn, but medium to high itching still. Let you know more on day 4."

• Lis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I am 8 months pregnant with a YI and had to start to take Monistat 7. I read all the reviews knowing it will burn. And oh boy, does it burn the first day for 30-45 mins. I’m on my second day, and it’s not so bad today, a little heat, but not that I can’t handle. Seems like if you catch the YI fast enough, it’s not horrible. But me, I thought it would go away without this. So I have it two weeks before I treated it. I hope it just gets easier as day 7 comes."

• Lit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 23, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I was having vaginal itching/discharge, and I knew it was a yeast infection. So, I decided instead of going to my OB-GYN I would try this over-the-counter product. I can honestly say that my vagina is on fire! If you do not handle discomfort well, then DO NOT use this product. Once I inserted the medication, it took about 3 minutes before my vagina lit up into flames. Once I laid down, I knew something did not feel right. The inside, outside, and even my butt was burning and itching like I had been attacked by fire ants. This discomfort lasts for a solid 30 minutes before I can finally fall asleep. I will say that the product helps with the yeast infection itself. However, the burning/itching from the product itself is miserable."

• gin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Ahhhhh!!!!! Bought Monistat 7 and been using it since Saturday. It's now Wednesday. I've had a yeast infection (YI) before, went through a doctor, got it over the counter, prescribed no issues. I had a bit of irritation, then I knew I was having symptoms of a YI, so I went and got Monistat 7, and as soon as I used the one insert, it immediately burns and itches! Which my YI wasn't even burning and itching at that point alone. The medicine made it so itchy, and of course, I did it right before bed and can't sleep because it's nonstop for at least 45 minutes. Today, I had zero symptoms of YI, but I wanted to follow through the 7 days and literally just used it again, and instant itching!!! I'm not sure if this is working or not, lol. But it is horrible, the itching!!! Like, the medicine makes you feel worse to me than my actual YI, ha."

• Don...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 3, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "What happened to this formula?! I've never had issues with this brand before. And just like most of the comments on here, I inserted the cream and everything was fine until I stood up, the cream naturally started to leak out, and immediately it started to burn, but it was the unbearable itchiness that sucks. Then I came on this site and now wonder if there has been a bad batch! Complaints are almost all recent--July 2017. I used ice to help with relief... Monistat, what's going on?! Lot # on box: R41816 Exp: 02/2019"

• Nie...
• December 27, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I tried Monistat to treat a yeast infection I felt could be fixed without a doctor visit, and it did, in fact, burn after inserting and even worse after day 2. Maybe it was mental triggered anticipation at that point. I even stopped using it on the inside on the 6th day, just placed on outer affected areas. Symptoms decreased, but it felt dry down there. I scheduled an appointment. During the appointment, the doctor assured that Monistat did definitively work, she could not find the infection but still prescribed fluconazole 150 mg to just ensure it was gone. She stated Monistat is best when used early, the moment you feel slightly off down there. Waiting until you feel itchy, scratchy, burny, or have a discharge will make your skin raw, and Monistat has alcohol, it stings like a cut. Take it early or just set an appointment if your vagina feels raw already."

• Pre...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 23, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "UPDATE: Day 2. So far, night #2 hasn’t been bad. No burning. Very slight itching. Definitely tolerable. Will go forward with the rest of treatment. Will update you all if I make it to day 7 or not. :) *** I remember using this in the past with no side effects, not sure what the difference is now. Maybe because I’m prego? Anyway, I’m 27 weeks, and my Dr. advised for me to try this first because the pill will pass through the placenta. There is a tingling sensation, which I can handle. It’s the itching driving me insane. Fortunately for me, no itching or burning on the inside, it’s the vulva. Wish I hadn’t rubbed any on it prior to insertion, lol. The itching seems to be subsiding gradually, not as quickly as I’d like though, lol. I will try night 2 and then from there decide if I will take the pill instead or not. 2/23/2020"

• kit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2015

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I have had a YI before and cured it with plain yogurt, and this is my 2nd YI. I felt the first time that plain yogurt helped was out of luck. Wow! Extreme itching and mild burning 3 mins after internal cream insertion and rubbing a bit of the external cream. I put on the external cream before the internal cream. Holy crap, I hope this means the medication is working. Plus, today is my first day of my period. It just makes me feel uncomfortable all over. I'm just trying to think of something else to not think about the itching. The itching subsided a bit after 40 mins. Almost no itching after 1 hr and 30 min. I'm going to keep everyone posted about the effectiveness of this product throughout the week. I'm really hoping it works!"

• Lay...
• September 27, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I'm still using this, but I wanted to share my experience because the horror stories here terrified me so much (this was my first YI, caused by antibiotics). I was just sticking coconut oil in and hoping for the best. It did help, but it wasn't getting rid of the YI totally, and I didn't want it to get worse. I had some coconut oil around there from before, and I applied the anti-itch cream beforehand. I think both helped (the lubrication particularly). And then, because I read that it was getting the cream outside you that really burns, I stuck a towel between my legs and clamped down. I experienced a warm sensation, a bit of cramping, but no difference in itching, and nothing I would describe as burning. I think having been using the coconut oil definitely made things easier, it was WAY worse a few days ago. I was so sore and irritated I was basically lying with a fan between my legs. I'd say take some precautions if you're worried, but everyone's experience is different."

• Out...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 9, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Holy Moly. I'm on day 3 of Monistat 7. The first two days, I was in agony when I applied the cream. Today hurt, but not as bad. I didn't have to jump up and down, yowling like a drowned cat tonight! Score. Still painful though. The burning and itching during the day I noticed is practically gone. I will finish the 7 days because I believe it's working. I stumbled onto this site, making sure the pain was normal. I am SO GLAD I didn't get the 3 or 1 day because I probably would have gone to the ER."