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What is the most common treatment for yeast infection?
Treatments for Vaginal Yeast Infections Over-the-counter antifungal creams, ointments or suppositories (with clotrimazole or miconazole) are the most common ways to treat yeast infections. These can take from 1 to 7 days.
Do yeast infections go away on OWN?
A mild yeast infection may go away on its own, but this is rare. It is always a good idea to treat a yeast infection, even if it is mild. If yeast infections are not treated properly, they are more likely to return. Treatments for yeast infections soothe the affected area and target the overgrown Candida fungus.
What are the best ways to treat a yeast infection?
Several home remedies are available for treating yeast infections. The best yeast infection home remedy is one that works as an antifungal agent. These include probiotics, vinegar, and tea tree oil. Priobiotics, live microbial organisms, are naturally present in the digestive tract as well as the vagina.
What should you know about treating a yeast infection?
Natural Remedies. If you don’t want to bust out the Clotrimazole just yet,that’s OK.
What medications are used to treat yeast infections?
Oral antifungal medication can be used to treat yeast infections. The active ingredient in oral medication for yeast infections is fluconazole. Physicians usually reserve oral antifungals for more severe cases or when creams and vaginal tablets aren’t working.
What is over the counter for a yeast infection?
Currently, there are no oral medications available over the counter to treat vaginal yeast infections. All treatments are inserted vaginally with an applicator. Creams will normally come in pre-filled applicators to decrease the potential mess. The medication is also available as a vaginal suppository and a tablet.