published Friday, September 3rd, 2010 at 11:01 am by
Janet Senek
Nearly all women will have at least one vaginal yeast infection in their lifetime. Many choose to either take prescription or over the counter medication in order to deal with the symptoms. It is recommended to check for possible side effects when you are taking any medication. For this reason you should look at how pharmaceutical drugs for vaginal yeast infections can hurt you.
A common treatment for vaginal yeast infections is a topical cream or pessary called Clotrimaderm. You should be very careful to read the leaflet enclosed as there as some people for whom this drug may cause harmful side effects.
Most side effects experienced are minor and will go away of their own accord but it is important to contact your doctor if any of these become severe or cause you any undue concern. These common side effects include bloating, cramping, itching and irritation.
There are some more serious side effects including hives, peeling, blistering and vaginal bleeding. If you experience any of these then you should seek medical advice immediately. The side effects listed here are not a conclusive list and you should contact your doctor if you experience any side effects which cause you undue concern while you are taking this medication.
This medication can also cause other problems and some people should not be taking it at all. You should check whether it is compatible with your current method of birth control as it is known to make latex condoms, spermicides and diaphragms less effective. If you are using one of these then you should switch to another method of birth control while you are using this medication.
Sometimes more serious conditions go undiagnosed because the woman assumes they have a yeast infection. If you have a nasty smelling vaginal discharge, are experiencing abdominal pain or have a fever then you do not have a yeast infection. Something else is causing your symptoms and you should be examined by a doctor.
It is not advised to use this medication while pregnant as there could be a negative effect on your unborn baby. If you find that you are pregnant while taking this medication then seek medical advice. There is inconclusive evidence as to whether Clotrimaderm is safe to be taken when you are breastfeeding. Due to this it is advised that you do not. It is also not recommended for girls under the age of twelve.
It is important to be aware that this medication can interact with others and therefore it is vital that you tell you doctor about any other medication that you are taking. You should make sure to mention any supplements or herbal medication that you are taking as these can also have a negative reaction when mixed. In particular alcohol, caffeine and illegal drugs can have reduce the effectiveness of the drug.
If you are already taking medication your doctor may suggest that you only take one of them or they may choose to monitor you for any negative changes whilst you are taking both. It is very important that you tell your doctor about any medications you are taking and that you know what side effects are possible.
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