Medication Information Leaflet
Antifungal pessaries are used to treat vaginal thrush (also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis). Vaginal thrush is caused by an overgrowth of a fungus known as Candida albicans. This infection causes symptoms such as itching, swelling, and thick, white odourless discharge. These medications will prevent the growth of the fungus and clear the infection. They may contain ingredients such as Sertaconazole, Clotrimazole or Isoconazole.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue normally. Do not use two doses or extra medication to make up for the missed dose.
Mild stinging, itching and redness may occur at the affected area.
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
Signs that you may require further medical attention include:
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop these medications and see your doctor immediately.
Check with your healthcare professional if other topical medications may be applied together with these medications.
Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.
Discard this medication within a year after opening unless stated otherwise by the manufacturer
Pack these medications into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.
Disclaimers
This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity and Watsons) and Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.
The information above is solely for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. You should not use the information for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medicine or other treatment. Always speak with your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional before taking any medicine or supplement, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. Under no circumstances will the National Medication Information workgroup be liable to any person for damages of any nature arising in any way from the use of such information.
Last updated on December 2023
This article was last reviewed on Thursday, March 21, 2024