Questions and answers

Is it normal to bleed while using Monistat?

Is it normal to bleed while using Monistat?

Genitourinary side effects have included cramping, pain, and bleeding with the intravaginal use of miconazole.

Can Monistat hurt a fetus?

Yes, you can use Monistat during pregnancy. Monistat is the brand name of the antifungal drug miconazole, which is commonly used to treat vaginal yeast infections.

Can yeast infection cause bleeding during pregnancy?

Spotting can also be caused by conditions unrelated to pregnancy. A vaginal infection (such as a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis) or a sexually transmitted infection (such as trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, or herpes) can cause your cervix to become irritated or inflamed and vulnerable to bleeding.

Can using Monistat during pregnancy cause a miscarriage?

MONISTAT® 7 meets CDC Guidelines for treating VVC during pregnancy. Even a single, low dose of fluconazole may increase miscarriage risk.

Can you bleed from yeast infection?

Yeast infections can cause a number of symptoms, including bleeding. Light bleeding or spotting is usually nothing to worry about. But if your bleeding is heavy — or if it continues after the infection clears — it may be a sign of a different underlying condition.

Can MONISTAT 3 cause miscarriage?

Miscarriage can occur in any pregnancy. One study found a small increased chance for miscarriage with miconazole and clotrimazole, but there were several problems with this study that could have affected the results. Other studies have not found that miconazole or clotrimazole increases the chance for miscarriage.

Can having a yeast infection while pregnant hurt the baby?

Will a yeast infection during pregnancy affect my baby? No, a yeast infection won’t hurt or affect your developing baby. But it’s important to rule out other causes for your symptoms, because other kinds of infections can affect your pregnancy and your baby.

Can use MONISTAT while pregnant?

The CDC and health professionals recommend a 7-day vaginal cream for a yeast infection during pregnancy. The FDA issued a warning about the oral medication fluconazole (Diflucan®) in 20162. Using topical antifungal treatments like MONISTAT® during pregnancy is recommended.

Can a yeast infection cause a miscarriage in early pregnancy?

Vaginal yeast infections called vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common gynecologic malady affecting many women, especially those who are pregnant. The results from a recent study found that a common yeast infection medication is linked to miscarriage.

Is it safe to take Monistat 7 during pregnancy?

PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Monistat 7 suppositories, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Monistat 7 suppositories during pregnancy. It is unknown if Monistat 7 suppositories are excreted in breast milk.

Are there any side effects to using Monistat vaginal cream?

Abdominal cramping, headaches, hives, and skin rash have also been reported. If any of these occur, stop using miconazole nitrate vaginal cream and consult your doctor. Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Monistat Vaginal Cream (Miconazole Nitrate Vaginal Cream)

Can you take Monistat powder up your cervix?

Don’t use powders they can actually go right up to your cervix and create lots of problems. Also taking a probiotic pill or even yogurt that contains it, will increase the good Bacteria in your system and help fight the bad bacteria. Good luck Vanessa. Loading… ddestefano3 over a year ago I dont know if you still go on here at all.

When to use Monistat 7 for yeast infection?

MONISTAT® 7 The MONISTAT® 7 suite of products is the original formula (100 mg of miconazole nitrate per dose), with smaller doses of the active ingredient evenly distributed throughout the week at bedtime. The CDC recommends 7-day treatment for pregnant women and diabetic women (consult a doctor before use). Available in cream form.