Antifungal Medication for Vaginal Yeast Infection
- There are a number of over-the-counter medications for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections.
- Available in the U.S.: Femstat-3, miconazole (Monistat-3), clotrimazole (Gyne-Lotrimin-3, Mycelex-7), butoconazole (Femstat-3).
- Available in Canada: miconazole (Monistat-3) and clotrimazole (Canesten-3,
Myclo-Gyne). - If you are pregnant, speak with your doctor before using.
- Do not use yeast medication during the 24 hours prior to a physician appointment (Reason: interferes with examination).
- Read and follow the package instructions closely.
