Canesten Thrush Cream 2%

Canesten Thrush Cream 2% is a specially designed cream to provide rapid relief from external itching. It provides effective treatment and soothing relief of the itching caused by thrush. It can also be used to treat the male partner.

What is Thrush?

Thrush is an infection caused by yeast called Candida. This yeast normally lives in your body quite happily without doing you any harm. But when the natural pH balance of your vagina is upset - which can easily happen - Candida can multiply. And that's when you may start to itch and develop vaginal thrush.

Who gets thrush?

Don't worry or be embarrassed about having thrush, as thrush is much more common than you might think - 3 out of 4 women have it at some point in their lives, especially if they are under the age of 20 or pregnant, and it is commonly suffered around the time of a period.

Men are not immune. They can get thrush too, though only a few develop the rash and itchiness. Most male sufferers act as carriers, without actually having the symptoms. To help prevent re-infection, make sure your partner uses Canesten Thrush Cream as well as you.

How does the infection occur?

Normally, there is a delicate balance between bacteria and yeasts that live naturally within the vagina. However, this balance is easily upset by any of the following factors which could allow the yeasts to overgrow, leading to thrush infection.

• Intake of medicines such as antibiotics
• Trauma of sexual activity or tampons 
• Stress 
•  Perfumed soap, shower gels and bubble baths 
•  Menstruation 
•  Wearing tight clothing
• Pregnancy

The symptoms of thrush

• The main symptom - and by far the most irritating - is the itching. You may also feel a burning soreness and this can be accompanied by a whitish odourless discharge.
• Though very uncomfortable, these symptoms can be sorted out quickly and easily, by treating at the site of infection as well as soothing the irritation.
• Most women seek help for relief of external itching. However, it is important that the infection is treated internally as well as externally, to prevent symptoms from returning.

How to prevent Thrush

Here are a few tips and hints to help you prevent thrush:

• Avoid tight, synthetic clothing; loose, cotton knickers may help
• Avoid perfumed soaps, gels and bubble baths, vaginal deodorants and douches
• Change tampons regularly during your period
• Wash and dry intimate areas regularly but gently, especially after exercise
• To prevent re-infection, treat your partner

Caution when using Canesten Thrush Cream 2%:

Wash your hands before and after using the cream. Apply the cream thinly to affected areas 2 or 3 times a day and rub in gently. Treatment should be continued for up to one week after treating the internal infection in women and for two weeks in men. If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
 

One 20g tube of Canesten Thrush Cream Contains:

Clotrimazole 400mg (2% w/w). It also contains benzyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, sorbitan stearate, cetyl palmitate, cetostearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol and purified water.

Possible side effects when using Canesten Thrush Cream 2%:

You may experience a mild burning or irritation immediately after application. If this is intolerable, stop the treatment and tell your doctor.

Cautions whilst taking Canesten Thrush Cream 2%:

Do not use the cream if you have previously had an allergic reaction to the active ingredient clotrimazole. If you are unsure about this, ask your doctor.

See your doctor as soon as possible and do not use Canesten Thrush Cream if you have any of the following symptoms:

• Irregular vaginal bleeding
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding or a blood stained discharge
• Ulcers, blisters or sores of the vagina or vulva
• Lower abdominal pain
• Pain or difficulty in passing urine
• Fever or chills
• Feeling sick or vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• A foul smelling discharge from the vagina
• If you are unsure whether you have thrush, check with your doctor before using this product.

If you are pregnant or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten Thrush Cream.

Before using the Canesten Thrush Cream, you should see your doctor if:

• You have had more than two infections of thrush in the last six months
• You or your partner have ever had a sexually transmitted disease
• You are aged under 16 or over 60 years
• You have ever had an allergic reaction to Canesten or any other vaginal antifungal products

Standard Delivery
For orders under £40 in value we charge £3.49 for UK mainland delivery, regardless of weight and size. The vast majority of orders (over 90%) are despatched either on the same working day or the following working day. A signature is required on receipt. Our standard delivery option includes packaging, handling, delivery insurance and Royal Mail 1st Class recorded delivery postal costs.
To ensure patient safety, private prescription orders are despatched via a courier delivery service and are not eligible for free delivery.
For orders that weigh 25kg or more (and for every subsequent 25kgs) there is an additional handling charge of £3.49 per 25kg. All other delivery conditions apply as above.

Delivery charges to Europe are shown at checkout dependent on the weight of your parcel and destination. Delivery is usually within 3-10 days from dispatch. Certain product and weight restrictions apply.

Delivery charges to regions outside of Europe are shown at checkout dependent on the weight of your parcel and destination. Delivery is usually 5-15 days from dispatch. All prices shown online include VAT At checkout VAT ( %) will be deducted where applicable.

Note: Certain weight and product restrictions apply.

To ensure patient safety, private prescription orders are despatched via a courier delivery service and are not eligible for free delivery.