Fungal Infection Medication

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An antifungal medication is a pharmaceutical fungicide used to treat mycoses such as athlete's foot, ringworm, candidiasis (thrush), serious systemic infections such as cryptococcal meningitis, and others. Such drugs are usually obtained by a doctor's prescription or purchased over-the-counter. Contents 1 Adverse effects 2 Classes 2.1 Polyene antifungals 2.2 Imidazole, triazole, and thiazole antifungals 2.2.1 Imidazoles 2.2.2 Triazoles 2.2.3 Thiazoles 2.3 Allylamines 2.4 Echinocan...

Will my smelly and creamy white discharge affect my chances of getting pregnant? ## Hi nobantu, You are most likely dealing with a yeast infection; caused by a common fungus known as Candida. Normally the acid balance of the vagina keeps this fungus from multiplying, but changes in the acidity of the vagina (often due to illness, menstruation, pregnancy, some antibiotics, or birth control pills) can stimulate yeast growth. According to baby center.com, having a yeast infection will not directly affect your chances of getting pregnant. If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back! ## Thanx dear, so is there any specific medication I can refer 2 in terms of healing this problem of mine? ## My friend has an infection on her vaginal lips. I told her to go to the doctor but s...

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I have yeast on my foot, blisters, pus, skin peeling, and a foul oder. Will this medication help me? ## Hello, Niesha! How are you? Yes, Terbinafine is an antifungal medication. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, indigestion, headaches and vertigo. However, you should only take it, if your doctor has confirmed that you have a yeast infection and that is the appropriate medication for you. There are other problems that could also cause these types of symptoms and this isn't the appropriate medication for all and could even worsen some. ## My. Dr has put me on a script for Terbinafine for treating fungal disease in toenails. I read online that it has side effects. I am 69 years old and my COPD was cured from hcv. 6 yrs ago on Epclusa, though I still get nausea a...

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i have a fungal affect in my ear wheather combiflam tablet is suitable ## Combiflam contains Acetaminophen/Paracetamol and Ibuprofen, so it will help with swelling and pain, but with not treat the fungal infection itself. Have you seen a doctor to confirm the presence of an infection? ## does aceclofenac,serratiopepidase with paracetamol cure fungal infection of the ear?

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almost a year having this vaginal infection,i came lots of doctors asking why like this,something creamy itchy and smelly thing in my vagina,,,,i do lots of insertable medicine but still no changed..and still have this discharges...is it curable..????what should i do...????is there another way of medicine that really can help me..??? pls,,help me...pls reply me...thnk u. ## Have the doctors given you any specific diagnosis as to what's causing your symptoms? If you have a discharge with an odor, then it is most likely a bacterial infection, which will require an antibiotic. You can learn more about bacterial vaginal infections on this page., and you can see if your symptoms match. Have you been engaging in intercourse regularly? There is also a risk of a partner having an infection,...

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What are the best drugs for treating fungal infections and syphilis? ## What type of fungal infection and where? As to the Syphilis, it depends on how late stage you are, there are different treatments for early and late infections. You can learn more Syphilis treatment options here. What has your doctor advised? ## Is the light green pill marked 219 219, safe for taking and curing syphilis in adult humans?

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I developed a severe fungal infection internally in my neck and vagina after taking natural wild organic mushroom capsules. I already had bacterial cellulitis in neck so this is probably why it developed there. I was choking on my own neck tissues n had a hacking cough. I My could feel the spores inside of my neck like tree roots n im not joking. My doc basically didn't believe this could happen n refused to prescribe antifungal. Luckily I had one at home anyway from before that I hadnt needed to use. I took it n next morning I was spitting up yellow mucus that was very smooth like cottage cheese weird I know but I guess thats the fungus coming out. The same thing happened next morning n then stopped. It killed off a good bit of fungus but was still a good bit left at same time but it

hi am 24 yrs am having fungal infection on my thights and lower part i tried many cream madicines ( terbinafine, itracanazole. sertacanazole. etc... ) is getting and more and more . no results spreading to my another parts too . its almost 18 mnths am sugfring from it please suggest me permanent treatment . for curing it ## Hello, Saud! How are you? Have you consulted a doctor? If the treatments you've tried haven't helped, them it may not actually be a fungal infection, it could be something else. Some other possible causes, as listed by the NIH, may include an allergic reaction, dermatitis, eczema, or some STIs.

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I'm experiencing itching in the vaginal area and spores are spreading. I'm continuously itching throughout the night. Also when I'm passing urine at that time I experience irritation. What kind of anti-fungal cream can I use for this? I am in my 1st trimester of pregnancy. ## Hello, Revathi! How are you? Congratulations on the baby! From the symptoms you've described, you may have both a vaginal yeast infection and a urinary tract infection, and each requires different treatments. You need an antifungal for a yeast infection and an antibiotic for a urinary tract infection, as explained by the NIH. That said, you need to see a doctor to discover exactly what you have going on, then have them prescribe the safest medications to use, during pregnancy. It would be remiss of ...

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I had a miscarriage 10 months back due to a hematoma in the womb. And because of continued use of sanitary napkins, I developed a severe skin itch. Tried every topical application recommended by doctors. I am now told I have a fungal infection. I am advised Canesten (Clotrimazole) vaginal tablets. One hour after insertion, there was a milky liquid discharge. Is it the infection getting out or the medicine which hasn't been inserted well? Also, I'd like to know if these medicines have any side effects of any sorts- short term or long term?

can you use amox-clav 875 mg for vaginal infection ## Hi, Debbie! What type of vaginal infection? This could be used to treat a bacterial infection, including some venereal diseases. However, it is not the appropriate medication to treat a fungal infection, such as a yeast infection. Learn more Augmentin details here. Side effects to this medication may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## i am getting thick gray discharge...what is it??.. using clindamycin gel and oflaxcin and ornithazole tablets ... its reocurring...what should i do now...what is the treatment for yeast infection?? ## I'm having a yellow sticky vaginal discharge, sometimes it's like cheese... I know im having an infection, but not sure what type of infection this is... This came 2...

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Borofax was one of the best topical ointments for topical yeast infections. It was skin loving, pleasantly scented, and instantly effective. I would love for it to be available again. It was first recommended to me by nurse practitioners in the 1980's. I am distressed that it is no longer available. ## Hello, Jessica! How are you? If you live near a compounding pharmacy, they may custom make it for you, but it's likely to be expensive. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I also would like to get some original borafax. How do I get it.

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this norflox-tz tablet is useful for veginal infection like rashes,itching,n some kind of white formation inside the vegina.. ## Hello, Prashantini! How are you? Those sound like the symptoms of a yeast infection and, if that is the case, no this is not the correct medication. One of the ingredients in this medication is Norfloxacin, which is an antibiotic and it can actually cause or worsen a yeast infection. Learn more Norfloxacin details here. Have you consulted your doctor? A yeast infection is fungal in nature and will require an antifungal medication by itself, without the addition of an antibiotic.

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What is a bacterial infection? Like what examples..... ## Hello, Tulu! How are you? As explained by the NIH, some examples would be strep, MRSA, a dental infection, an ear infection, some STIs and more. They are the only infections that can be effectively treated or prevented with antibiotics. Other types of infections that someone might get include viral, fungal and parasitic. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm taking betamox for ringworm I hope it works, my friends say its not ringworm I have but I don't know what to do. ## Batamox is an antibiotic so it will not help with a fungal infection such as ringworm, it is only useful at treating or preventing bacterial infections. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. What does it look like? Did a doctor say it was ringworm? ## I thought as much, bacteria medication can only treat bacteria and fungal medication will treat fungi. I haven't gone to the doctor. But I'm convinced it's ringworm it's starts as a pimple then gets itchy then it grows after sometime it gets scaly and spreads and gets dark brown leaving marks everywhere. I...

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Hi my name is Christina. ive been prescribed this medication for an infection i have in my nose. it caused an awful odor. the d.r said i had a fungus Growth/infection. does this amox/clav 875 mg help ? ## Hello, Christina! How are you? No, the FDA classifies this an antibiotic and they are only effective against bacterial infections. Typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. A fungal infection would require an antifungal medication. Did you ask your doctor about this? ## My husband suppose to take it for a bad sinus he have but he is afraid to take it cause the doctor said it could mess up his colin

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I know that I have a toilet infection. I've tried various treatment options but it is not cured. What are the names of drugs that can cure it? ## what tablet or drug can I use to treat my toilet infection? ## You guys should for sure work with your doctors if possible because they need to check exactly what infection you might have - be it bacterial, fungal, etc. There are antibiotics and other drugs that treat infections, but they will only work if the nature of the infection is known. I hope this helps and wish you good health! ## You probably have a uti or a yeast infection. What are you feeling? ## If I'm having creamy discharge and a late period, could it be related to an infection?

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I was diagnosed with scabies. no skin examination done to confirm this. given the cream no relief after 10 weeks I did a thuro cleaning of all house. I work in a field corn and bean production plant that treats their product with herbicides. could I have a fungal infection? I used a jock itch spray and kinda relieved the itch ## Hello, Connie! How are you doing? Can you tell me more about the rash? Scabies are actually a skin mite and you can usually tell if that's what you have, because they get more active whenever your warm, such as while working, in the shower or under the covers. Plus they tend to move in straight lines as the burrow in the skin, so you'll notice straight lines, or angular patterns.

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Can nitrofur macr 100 mg be used to treat yeast infections? ## No, an antibiotic will not cure a yeast infection. Antibiotics can actually cause them, or worsen an existing one. Yeast is actually a fungal infection, so it requires an antifungal medication to be eradicated. There are some that are available over the counter, such as Monistat. Learn more Monistat details here. However, if this is your first yeast infection, then you need to see your doctor to confirm that it's a yeast infection and discover the proper, safe remedy for you. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can I use fluconazole to treat a vaginal infection? I have a bad smell coming from this region after having my menses. ## This medication is used to treat fungal infections, such as a vaginal year infection, which does not cause such an odor, according to the symptoms listed by the NIH. An odor is usually caused by a bacterial infection, which will require an antibiotic from your doctor. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and diarrhea. Has there been any change? ## I apologize, that should read yeast infection, rather then year. As in vaginal Thrush.

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