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Tioconazole

• treats vaginal yeast infections.

Sold without prescription in some countries Vaginal

How to use Tioconazole

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

• treats vaginal yeast infections

How to take it and how often
  • Before using this product, read the enclosed brochure and instructions on printed packet for complete directions and information • adults and children 12 years of age and over: • open the printed packet just before use and remove purple cap • insert entire contents of applicator into the vagina at bedtime
  • Throw applicator away after use. • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
While you are taking it
  • Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products
  • Condoms and diaphragms may be damaged and fail to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted disease (STDs). • do not have vaginal intercourse • mild increase in vaginal burning, itching or irritation may occur • if you do not get complete relief
  • Ask a doctor before using another product
Talk to a doctor first if
  • Vaginal itching and discomfort for the first time • lower abdominal, back or shoulder pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting or foul-smelling vaginal discharge
  • You may have a more serious condition. • vaginal yeast infections often (such as once a month or 3 in 6 months)
  • You could be pregnant or have a serious underlying medical cause for your symptoms, including diabetes or a weakened immune system. • been exposed to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS
Warnings

For vaginal use only Do not use if you have never had a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have • vaginal itching and discomfort for the first time • lower abdominal, back or shoulder pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting or foul-smelling vaginal discharge. You may have a more serious condition. • vaginal yeast infections often (such as once a month or 3 in 6 months). You could be pregnant or have a serious underlying medical cause for your symptoms, including diabetes or a weakened immune system. …

Possible side effects

• symptoms do not get better after 3 days • symptoms last more than 7 days • you get a rash or hives, abdominal pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

• this product is a 1-dose treatment. Most women do not experience complete relief of their symptoms in just one day. Most women experience some relief within one day and complete relief of symptoms within 7 days. … Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-12-18.

Brands around the world

Products with Tioconazole as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Tioconazole 1TIOCONAZOLE 6.5 g/100g · Ointment · Walgreen Company
NDC 0363-0426Label
Tioconazole 1TIOCONAZOLE 6.5 g/100g · Ointment · Meijer Distribution Inc
NDC 41250-426Label
Up And Up Tioconazole 1TIOCONAZOLE 6.5 g/100g · Ointment · Target Corporation
NDC 11673-426Label
Monistat Tioconazole 1TIOCONAZOLE 6.5 g/100g · Ointment · Insight Pharmaceuticals LLC
NDC 63736-413Label
Good Sense Tioconazole 1TIOCONAZOLE 6.5 g/100g · Ointment · L. Perrigo Company
NDC 0113-0426Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACBetrosil Cream 04-2652

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Tioconazole

What is Tioconazole used for?

• treats vaginal yeast infections (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Tioconazole?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: • before using this product, read the enclosed brochure and instructions on printed packet for complete directions and information • adults and children 12 years of age and over: • open the printed packet just before use and remove purple cap • insert entire contents of applicator into the vagina at bedtime. Throw applicator away after use. • children under 12 years of age: ask…

Do I need a prescription for Tioconazole?

In many countries Tioconazole is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Tioconazole?

Tioconazole is sold under names such as Monistat Simple Therapy, Vagistat-1, Basic Care Tioconazole. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Tioconazole is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.