Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream

Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream
Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream
Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream
Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream
Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream
Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream

Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream

Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream is a convenient and effective 2-step treatment. It contains a single-dose vaginal pessary to treat the infection and a tube of cream for immediate relief from external symptoms such as itching and burning. Unlike some other thrush treatment products, Canesten® 1 Day Pessary + External Cream treats both the cause and the symptoms of thrush.

The treatment is easy to use at home and irritating symptoms should begin to disappear soon.

Canesten® helps you feel comfortable again so you can get on with your life.

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How do I know it’s thrush?

6 main symptoms:

  • Itching 

  • Swelling 

  • Redness 

  • Unusual discharge 

  • Burning 

  • Soreness 

Thrush doesn’t usually change the pH level and has no odour, but you might feel pain during sex or urinating.

No Stress!

It may feel uncomfortable, but there’s no need to be scared. Thrush is not an STI or a serious condition and in most cases it can be treated easily and effectively. It is also normal and very common – 3 in 4 women suffer from it at least once during their lifetime and it’s not caused by a lack of hygiene.

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Gets to the root of the infection and relieves symptoms

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Choose a Canesten® product that suits your needs. Available in various easy-to-use formats.

Choose your treatment

Across the range of Canesten® thrush products, all treatments work equally well to treat an infection.
We offer effective solutions to suit different lifestyles and preferences. Choose the option that suits you best:

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Combi Pack contains internal treatment & external cream, useful when external symptoms on your vulva stand in your way. Choose Single Pack (only internal treatment) when no external itching or burning annoys you.

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Different dosage to suit your preference: 1 day treatments are convenient and effective, 3 day treatments allow you to feel the product take effect during treatment and 6 day treatments are recommended for those who prefer to treat for longer or who suffer from repeat episodes of thrush.

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Choose from vaginal or oral administration: oral capsule, soothing internal cream or vaginal pessary

How to use?

Wash your hands thoroughly before handling the foil blister pack and the applicator, and again afterwards when you have finished using the applicator. 
To avoid the possibility of re-infection, strict personal hygiene must be observed. 

The pessary should preferably be inserted in the evening, just before bed time, with the use of the applicator. Using it before you go to sleep will have the best effect.

Step 1: Remove the applicator from the packaging and pull out the plunger and red lock from the body of the applicator.

Step 2: Remove the pessary from the foil blister pack and place into the open end of the applicator body with the curved edge of the pessary facing down. Push the plunger and lock into the applicator body until you feel a click.

Step 3: Once you have felt the click, remove the lock from the plunger and then carefully insert the applicator as deep as is comfortable into the vagina up to the patterned grip zone. This is easiest when lying on your back with your knees bent up.

Step 4: Hold the applicator body at the patterned grip zone and slowly push the plunger until it stops. This places the pessary in the vagina.

Step 5: Remove the applicator from the vagina.
Discard the applicator. The applicator cannot be flushed down the toilet.

The pessary needs moisture in the vagina to dissolve completely, otherwise undissolved pieces of the pessary might crumble out of the vagina. To prevent this it is important to insert the medication as deeply as possible into the vagina at bedtime. Should the pessary not dissolve completely within one night the use of a vaginal cream should be considered.

Step 2. 

External Cream

Apply the cream thinly and evenly to the area around the entrance of the vagina and smooth in gently. Use 2-3 times a day until symptoms disappear.

Thrush: what are the risk factors?

Yeast and bacteria are naturally present in your vagina. Thrush occurs when the level of Candida albicans increases. There are times when you're more prone to thrush:

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In pregnancy, especially during the third trimester

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When you have a weakened immune system

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When you're on your period

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When taking certain medications

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With medical conditions such as diabetes

Thrush: how can I prevent it?

If you're worried that thrush will come back or you suffer from recurring symptoms, there are a few things you can try:

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Wear cotton underwear and change regularly, especially after exercise

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Change your tampons or pads frequently

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Avoid indulging in very hot bubble baths

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Avoid stress and maintain a healthy diet free from high-sugar food

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Avoid perfumed products in and around your intimate area

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Wipe from front to back after going to the toilet

Don't let thrush hold you back

Take control of thrush symptoms, free from worry and discomfort.

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Don’t miss a thing – let Canesten® help you enjoy all the quality time life brings.

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Can men get thrush?

It’s less common than in women, but men can also suffer from thrush symptoms

  • Although it’s not an STI, it can be passed back and forth during sex. Foreskin constriction, a weakened immune system, antibiotics or diabetes may make men more susceptible.
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  Canesten helps women understand, prevent and treat their intimate conditions, so that they feel comfortable in their skin.

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Frequently asked questions about thrush

    How do I treat thrush?

    You can easily and effectively treat thrush at home with Canesten treatments available without prescription. We recommend you use a combination treatment to both clear the infection and calm the symptoms such as itching, burning, redness, swelling and soreness.  

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    Do I need a prescription for Canesten thrush treatments?

    No, you don't need a prescription to buy Canesten thrush treatments. They're available over the counter in pharmacies, following a consultation with the pharmacist. During this short consultation, the pharmacist will ask you a few questions. This is standard procedure and is to ensure they give you the right treatment. These questions may include:

    • Are you under 18 or over 60 years of age?
    • Have you ever had thrush before?
    • Are you pregnant or breastfeeding?
    • What are your symptoms? 

    Can I use Canesten thrush treatments if I’m pregnant?

    During pregnancy women often get thrush because of the changes going on in the body, especially during the third trimester.  

    You can treat thrush during pregnancy with vaginal Canesten thrush treatments that contain clotrimazole. You should not use oral thrush treatment as it contains fluconazole which should be avoided during pregnancy. If you are pregnant and think you have a thrush, it is best talk to your healthcare professional before using any product to treat the infection. 

    What time of day can I use Canesten thrush treatments?

    You can use Canesten thrush treatments during day or night. However, vaginal treatments are best to be applied before you go to bed, and you can expect some leakage with the product use. For best results, lie down as soon as possible after inserting the vaginal products. This will reduce leakage. You may want to use panty liners to protect your clothing during the time you are using Canesten. 

    Can I have sex whilst treating thrush?

    It's best to avoid sex until thrush has cleared up. 
    Important to know that clotrimazole cream can damage the latex used in condoms and diaphragms. This can mean your contraception will not work as well as it should. Consequently, you should use alternative precautions for at least five days after using Canesten thrush cream.

    Can I get thrush from having sex?

    Thrush is not a sexually transmitted infection, however if you are having sex with the same person (male or female) you can pass thrush back and forth. Some women suffer from recurrent attacks of thrush. To reduce the frequency of these attacks, the sexual partner’s penis can be treated with Canesten Anti-fungal Cream to help prevent re-infection, even if they have no symptoms of thrush. In case your male partner has the symptoms of thrush, he can treat it with Canesten Anti-fungal Cream by applying the cream 2-3 times daily and for 2 weeks after symptoms disappear.

    Is thrush common?

    Yes. 70-75% of women will experience at least one episode of thrush in their lifetime, and 40-50% of women will experience at least one repeat episode1.

    1.Sobel JD, Lancet, 2007.

    What should I do if I think I have thrush?

    If this is the first time you have had thrush, it is recommended that you consult your doctor.

    If you have experienced thrush in the past, you can visit your local pharmacy where the pharmacist will be able to recommend an appropriate treatment.

    Are there any factors that can contribute to getting thrush?

    Yes. Thrush is caused by a change in the pH balance of your vagina. These are some of the factors which can bring about this change:

    • Antibiotics can destroy the friendly bacteria that keeps vaginal yeast under control
    • Hormone changes brought on by pregnancy, the pill, or a period
    • Poor diet, lack of sleep, or stress
    • A weak immune system brought on by illness
    • Over-use of chemical deodorants, perfumed bodywash or sprays near the vagina
    • Tight or synthetic clothing creating a warm, moist environment