Monistat 1 Vaginal Ointment and Discomfort: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Asa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 10, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I've had a few YIs before, all due to antibiotics (yay me), and I've used the Monistat 1-day treatment before, and I don't remember having any negative side effects, although I do remember the cream burning/offering no relief. I've had this YI for 5 days, and so I decided to try again. I inserted it when I got home from work, then took a nap, and woke up with 10x the burning, itching, and irritation I've had all week! I went to the bathroom, and a lot of the medication was in my panties, and I cleaned what I could off of me. It really irritated my skin, and it was very uncomfortable for several hours. The only thing that offered any relief was applying damp toilet paper with cold water, and even that was only temporary. Never again!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 20, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This is absolutely unforgivable, horrible! Please do not waste your money on this! I inserted about half an hour ago, and the inside of my vagina is on fire. It burns like nothing I've ever experienced before, and I wish there was something I could do to stop it. I can't even sleep because of how uncomfortable I am. Please, please, please go for something oral if you are looking into how to get rid of your yeast infection!"

• Rac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 6, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I've been on penicillin the past few days for dental work, and then the dread YI happened. Few years since my last one, but I'm going away in 2 days, and the LAST thing I need was to be uncomfortable on the plane! I remember using the 3-day years ago and couldn't remember anything aside from the YI clearing up. So I bought the 1-day. Man, do I wish I would've read this! Within 30 minutes, I was on fire. Annoyed at myself for giggling and being carefree just 30 mere moments before I put that egg in. I was up and down all night in more discomfort than I began with. But 10 hours later, the pain has subsided to the point I function as a normal human. Good luck, ladies, there is a light at the end of this painful tunnel."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 16, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This is the worst product ever!!! Do not waste your money. Go to your doctor instead. Hours after putting the little ball of medication into my vag, oh my God!!! I was in so much discomfort! My va-jj was on fire!!! It burned so bad I almost cried. And it didn’t go away either. Nope! Instead, it got progressively worse over the following 2-3 days. Not only that, but it made my lady bits swell up!! I was a swollen, burning mess. It was worse than having an actual yeast infection! I’m beginning to wonder if the makers of this medication are a bunch of dudes and they are playing a sick joke on all of us women!"

• Ens...
• February 13, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I had BV, and was given some antibiotics. I knew I would get a yeast infection, and of course, I did. The usual symptoms. I originally bought the generic Monistat for 7 days, but I stopped at day 2. That was the most uncomfortable feeling I've ever had. Super itchy. I said, I am not doing this, I used the Monistat one-day prefilled tube, NOT the egg. I read the reviews and I knew I had to fix this yeast inside me before I start making bread. I laid back and I was ready for the burning. I pushed it in, bit my lip... And nothing. Minutes and hours. And nothing happened. Yes, it was a little something, but more of discomfort. Now, I feel better and cured. I read the burning is because you're allergic to the product. It worked for me. (:"

• Nee...
• August 24, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I am currently going through a YI, and I came here to read reviews, lol. I have so many different opinions. I'm having a lot of discomfort and went to buy the 1-day applicator, and I'm afraid, lol. LADIES! The way you all are describing this product has me scared and laughing. Trust me, I'm not getting off easy, I have the same discomfort before I even applied the Monistat. Wish me luck."

• Ran...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Like many of you, I wish I had read the reviews before using this product. It's almost 48 hours past, and it's still burning and itching with a lot of discomfort, much worse than the yeast infection itself. My symptoms were mild, and I did this to get rid of it quickly. What a big mistake! At least I see that I am not the only one... I was about to make an appointment with my GYN."

• Ms ...
• September 15, 2015

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Purchased Monistat 1 day after first signs of symptoms. Within two hours, horrendous burning, swelling, pain, and discomfort. Ice packs helped a bit. Took painful to wash. I will never use this again. Awful pain."

• Jvl...
• September 19, 2015

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I have been with symptoms of a YI for 3 days now, so today I decided to go get something to relieve my pain since my doctor is not available. I found this medicine, and I tried it around 1:00 pm. It is a little uncomfortable to insert, but minimal, and being my first time trying it, I didn't know what to expect. Around 5, it started to burn. Everyone's pain resistance is different, it is uncomfortable, and it does burn. You do release discharge, but keep dry and clean. I think I rather take this pain than what I was feeling before. It feels like you're being pumped down there and swollen, but not to the point of not being able to take the pain. I keep in mind tomorrow it will be all worth it. So far, great medicine, itching is gone already, and it's 11:30 pm."

• Nel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 2, 2016

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I have tried using generic brands OTC meds to relieve my yeast infection pain and discomfort and have found that only Monistat gives the perfect relief and cure better than any other brand that I've tried. Recently, I bought Monistat 3 to cure a yeast infection I got from being on oral antibiotics for 2 weeks to help aid in precaution treatment for dental procedures. I noticed burning and discomfort which subsided hours after and burning and pain following the last dose of medication. I understand what I was experiencing were mild side effects and eased my symptoms with natural baby wipes and Vaseline after each visit to the restroom until I noticed improvement and my symptoms went away. With that said, I will still use and recommend Monistat."

• BRT...
• March 17, 2016

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I took Monistat 1 at around bedtime, and by the next afternoon, I was in tears, about to freak out while on public transportation because I have never felt such discomfort in my life. My vagina was incredibly inflamed and felt like it was on fire, and my itch was ten times worse, but even coming close to touching it made me want to die. Worst week of my life. Some women have had positive experiences, but in my opinion, it's not worth the risk. I wouldn't wish what Monistat 1 did to me on my worst enemy."

• acm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Ok, so the burning isn't so bad. I didn't experience the itching. Medicine seems to be working. I did, however, douche with a warm water and apple cider vinegar and distilled vinegar mix. It does cause some minor throbbing and discomfort. I did use the wipes the first day after I used the bathroom, had no need for the ointment. I'm hoping this thing does go away by Sunday."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 19, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This product should be pulled off the shelves. The 1st day I took it, I just had moderate internal pain. The 2nd-3rd day my inner and outer labia were on fire, and I had to use an ice bag on my lady parts to ease the pain. The 4th day it still hurts, and my YI is back and 10 times worse. I've been so uncomfortable all week. My doctor just called in Diflucan for me...I wish I would have just done that in the first place. I would not recommend this product to my worst enemy. The product is a waste of money."

• DO...
• August 24, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "If you have made the same mistake and did not Google before treating like myself and the others who have posted here, you are in for some discomfort. I purchased Monistat 1-day ovule and inserted it on a Wed afternoon. I have tried the creams in the past and don't ever recall the feeling of fire burning anything close to this. It is now 10 PM, and sleeping seems very unlikely. My ladyparts are worse than the first sign of my Yi, it's the worst throbbing and burning ever. Before I purchased the Monistat 1, my discomfort was at a 3, now it's a 6, and I'm praying it doesn't worsen. The cream hasn't helped at all. I'm hoping this stops soon because, holy moly, I'm annoyingly uncomfortable! I highly recommend wearing a panty liner and loose panties. :("

• B83...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Ladies, I'm sorry, but the reviews are right! I'm one of those people who would rather go to the doctor and take the pill. Well, one of the doctors I went to actually told me that she doesn't prescribe Diflucan to her patients and actually didn't want to give it to me, even though I requested the pill because I don't trust over-the-counter stuff usually. Anyway, I tried the Monistat, trying to save time and money, and after two hours and urinating, I'm feeling the burn, ladies! It's extremely uncomfortable. I don't care if it's gone by the time I wake up, I shouldn't feel this at all! Go to the doctor and get the prescription."

• Anonymous
• October 19, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This is the worst product ever!!! Do not waste your money. Go to your doctor instead. Hours after putting the little ball of medication into my vag, oh my goodness!!! I was in so much discomfort! My va-jj was on fire!!! It burned so bad I almost cried. And it didn’t go away either. Nope! Instead, it got progressively worse over the following 2-3 days. Not only that, but it made my lady bits swell up!! I was a swollen, burning mess. It was worse than having an actual yeast infection! I’m beginning to wonder if the makers of this medication are a bunch of dudes and they are playing a sick joke on all of us women!"

• Cii...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 8, 2017

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I bought it last night. I'm not sure what triggered my yeast infection, but I was very itchy and hot down there. I went to the drugstore. I bought Monistat 1 because I wanted it to be over quickly, so I inserted the egg last night, went to bed. I don't feel any relief, still itchy and uncomfortable."

• Jan...
• January 15, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This is my first time using the pre-filled treatment. It is burning the inside of my vagina like crazy. It is very uncomfortable. I was wondering if it meant I didn't have a yeast infection or something. Why would they do this? I thought it was something wrong with me, but I googled it and found similar complaints."

• Ame...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "This is NOT an experience, but more so an explanation of why the burning sensation occurs. It is AND isn’t a side effect. It’s more so your body’s reaction to foreign objects in the vagina. Anything you place in the vagina is likely to cause irritation and upset the pH balance. When you take oral medication, it helps combat the yeast infection from inside the bloodstream. Yet, topical creams, ointments, or ovules are applied “outside” the body. All the products serve their purpose: to rid of the yeast infection. If you don’t like the discomfort (which I’m sure no one does), the Rx route is your best solution. Also, if you’ve never been DIAGNOSED with a yeast infection before, DO NOT use these products. Self-diagnosis of your lady problem will only further complicate the healing process. There are many vaginal infections that mimic each other. These products are a “quick fix” for those who’ve had this problem before and just want instant relief."

• Jus...
• June 6, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "OMGoodness!!!! I knew I had a YI from the antibiotics I had for a UTI. The symptoms started on a Friday after my doc office closed, so I called my doc office on Monday and he called in a Diflucan. Still itching on Wednesday afternoon and no relief in sight, the pharmacist recommended the Monistat 1 Day or Night Ovule. I bought the “kit” and inserted the ovule around 2:30 pm. I read the reviews and thought it can’t be that bad. I was VERY wrong. At first, the cooling wipes and the external cream worked great. No itching. Sweet relief after 6 days. After about an hour, I am having some discomfort from burning, but the intense itch is HORRIBLE!!! I don’t know if I can handle the itching!! I’m currently sitting on an ice pack and it’s barely relieving the itch... just enough to make me not want to use a Brillo pad on my lady parts!! I just hope this works and the itch stops soon. Or someone clubs me over the head and knocks me unconscious. Either is fine with me at this point!"

• Tak...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 11, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Do not use this medication! I had the worst reaction that my doctor called “common.” She said that I wasn’t even technically allergic to it, it’s just a common reaction to the strength of the medicine. The swelling was so bad, the lips of my labia swelled up until I had bulging tissue between my legs. It was extremely uncomfortable. I would never suggest using this to anyone, ever. Just Google all the reviews online yourself, it is a very common side effect. Even if you’ve used the 7-day and 3-day kind with no problem. Just avoid the one-day treatment at ALL cost, trust me, your vagina will thank you!!!"

• Ros...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 14, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "After taking antibiotics for a UTI (urinary tract infection), I developed a yeast infection. Since I was out of town, I bought a 3-day Monistat. It worked somewhat, but the infection returned. So then I used Monistat 1-day so I could get it over with. It was the most horrible night I have spent with burning and itching. Today, almost 24 hours later, it’s still uncomfortable, but I can tolerate it more. No cure in 1 day. No Monistat 1 Day for me. Wish I had read the reviews before I used it. What do I do now?"

• Hlo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 26, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "First off, this stuff does work, but when I put it in, it feels like I have a flame torch up there and then inserted poison ivy in after. My lady parts are on fire and I could claw it off. My stomach is in knots and I feel super nauseous, but it has been the only thing that has helped me. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in October of 2018, and since then, I have had at least one yeast infection a month. I want to take an ice bath. I would say I wouldn't recommend this if it didn't work, but it's so extremely uncomfortable."

• Anonymous
• March 9, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Well, I just used the product and started feeling squirmy, like something was bothering me down there. I decided to look at the reviews (READ REVIEWS FIRST). I can say that it’s been about 15-20 minutes, and I haven’t had anything else happen yet, but skimming through the first few reviews made me jump up and quickly try to flush this medicine out of my pooch. I’m prepared (at least I think I am) for what will happen next, but by the time I got to the bathroom, some had already leaked out. As I said before, I read the reviews, I was feeling some type of discomfort, not so much an itch or burn, just some type of feeling that made me hold my pooch to make the feeling go away. I’m happy I read these when I did, and for them to be so recent made me try to flush it out as quickly as possible."

• ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 29, 2018

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "It’s two in the morning and I’m unable to sleep or lay back in bed because of the pain and discomfort. This stuff is awful. It may work instantly and be super quick, but the pain you must go through is almost unbearable. I’m so lightheaded from the pain alone."