Canesten Combi

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Canesten Combi is a combined treatment for vaginal thrush. Each pack of Canesten Combi contains a 500mg pessary, which treats the internal symptoms of vaginal thrush, and a tube of Canesten 2% cream to treat the external symptoms.

Once pack of Canesten Combi is a full course of treatment for vaginal thrush, and comes with both the pessary and cream, as well as an applicator to insert the pessary safely.

You can have Canesten Combi discreetly delivered to your door from our online pharmacy. Simply complete our short online medical form for our doctor to review.

If your order is approved before 3pm on a weekday, our UK-based pharmacy will dispense and dispatch your item via a discreet, next-day delivery service.

What is vaginal thrush?

Thrush is a fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of naturally occurring fungi that live in the body. In the case of vaginal thrush, these organisms are known as Candida. Normally, the amount of fungi present in the vagina is regulated by the body and causes no problems.

However, changes to the vagina can cause the fungi to grow rapidly and overwhelm the natural defences which regulate the organisms.

You may be more at risk of developing a yeast infection if you:

• have a weakened immune system (HIV/AIDS)
• have diabetes
• regularly take antibiotics

Vaginal thrush is often diagnosed based on the symptoms of the condition. These symptoms include:

• Discomfort during sex
• Itching around the labia (entrance to the vagina)
• Pain during intercourse
• Stinging when passing urine
• Thick and white, or thin and watery vaginal discharge

These symptoms may the sign of a different vaginal infection. If you are experiencing these symptoms for the first time or are unsure whether the symptoms you are experiencing are thrush, speak to your doctor.

For people who have had vaginal thrush before and are experiencing symptoms again, you can order vaginal thrush treatments through our online prescribing service.

One medication that can help combat these symptoms is Canesten (clotrimazole).

You can buy Canesten Combi to treat vaginal thrush from Prescription Doctor's trusted online pharmacy. Complete our brief medical form, and one of our doctors will review it.

How Does Canesten Combi Work?

Canesten contains an ingredient called clotrimazole, which inhibits fungi's ability to produce ergosterol.

Without ergosterol, the cell walls become weakened. The weakened cell walls develop holes, allowing the contents of the cell to spill out and killing them.

How long does Canesten take to work for vaginal thrush?

You should start to feel better after 3 days of using Canesten Combi.

If you do not notice an improvement in your symptoms after using Canesten for 7 days, speak to your doctor.

How Do I Use Canesten?

There are two different packs of Canesten Combi - one with a soft gel pessary and cream, and one with a hard pessary and cream.

Internal Pessary

The internal pessary is a small device which is inserted into the vagina, using the provided applicator.

Insert the Canesten pessary at bedtime.

The pessary dissolves inside the vagina, releasing clotrimazole to fight the infection directly. Depending on whether you buy Canesten Combi with a soft gel pessary or a regular pessary, the shape and appearance of the pessary may be different.

1. Remove the applicator from the packaging. Retract the plunger until it stops.
2. Remove one of the pessaries from the foil packaging and fix it firmly to the end of the applicator with a gentle twist. The pessary should fit snugly onto the end of the applicator.
3. Carefully insert the applicator into your vagina as deep as is comfortable. You may find it easier to do this while lying on your back with your knees up.
4. Slowly press the plunger until it stops. This dispenses the pessary into the vagina.
5. Carefully remove the applicator and dispose of it safely. Do not flush the applicator down the toilet.

Detailed instructions on how to use Canesten Combi can be found in the patient information leaflet enclosed with your medicine.

External Cream

The cream inside the Canesten Combi pack is for use on the vulva (the area around the opening of the vagina).

Apply the cream 2 or 3 times daily until the symptoms subside.

1. Before you use the cream, invert the cap over the end and pierce the seal of the tube.
2. Apply a thin and even amount of cream to the area near your vagina's entrance two or three times each day. Gently smooth it in. A 2cm strip of Canesten cream should cover an area the size of your hand.
3. Wash your hands after applying the cream.

Your thrush symptoms should go away within a few days of treatment with Canesten. If you do not see any improvement after one week, please notify your doctor.

If you experience a recurrence of the infection after a week, you can use one further treatment; however, you will need to see your doctor if you've had more than two infections in the past six months.

Only use the external cream on the outside of your vagina.

Do not use Canesten vaginal cream during your menstrual cycle as it may reduce the effectiveness of treatment.

Do not use the following while using Canesten vaginal cream:

• Spermicide
• Tampons
• Intra vaginal douches
• Other vaginal products

Consult with your doctor to determine if there are any additional precautions you should take while using Canesten Combi.

What should I do if I forget to use Canesten when I should?

If you forget to apply Canesten Cream when you should, use it as soon as you remember and continue to use it as prescribed. If it is nearly time for your next dose of Canesten cream, skip the missed dose and apply the cream at the next usual time.

Do not use more Canesten 2% cream to make up for the missed dose.

What should I do if I use too much Canesten?

Using more Canesten cream than you should may result in redness and discomfort.

Use less cream the next time you use it.

Canesten Side Effects and Cautions

Before you use Canesten Combi for vaginal thrush, read the patient information leaflet enclosed with your medicine. The patient information leaflet contains instructions on using, disposing of, and storing Canesten, as well as information regarding the safety of the medicine.

You can view the patient information leaflet for Canesten Combi online (PDF).

Side effects of Canesten Combi

All medicines carry the risk of side effects, though not everybody experiences them. Understanding the side effects and remaining vigilant of them is important to your treatment.

Canesten pessary side effects may include:

• Itching, rash, swelling, redness, discomfort, burning, irritation, vaginal peeling or bleeding.
• Pain in the abdomen or pelvic area

Canesten cream side effects may include:

• Blisters
• Burning, discomfort or irritation
• Itching
• Rash
• Vaginal bleeding
• Vaginal peeling

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Further information regarding the safety of Canesten cream and pessaries, including a complete list of side effects associated with Canesten Combi, can be found inside the patient information leaflet.

Allergies

Do not use Canesten Combi if you are allergic to clotrimazole or any of Canesten's other ingredients listed in the patient information leaflet.

Signs of an allergic reaction may include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Difficulty swallowing
• Nausea
• Rash
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat
• Weakness, dizziness or feeling faint

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Speak to your doctor or midwife before using Canesten Combi if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Other safety information

Please inform our doctor of all medications you are currently taking, including those prescribed by your doctor, purchased over the counter, as well as any health and herbal supplements.

While vaginal thrush is not classed as an STI, it can be pass on through sex. While treating vaginal thrush, you should avoid sex until the infection has cleared.

Clotrimazole cream can damage latex condoms, making them less protective.

Do not use Canesten Combi past the expiry date printed on the packaging. The date usually refers to the last day of the specified month.

Never dispose of medicine via household or water waste, as it can harm the environment. Take any unwanted or expired medicine to your local pharmacy and ask them to dispose of it on your behalf.

Always store medicines out of sight and reach of children and pets.

Never share a medicine which has been prescribed to you with anyone else, even if they are experiencing the same symptoms or have the same condition as you.

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