Question 1

i keep having recurring thrush episodes and my husband also after we have sex no over the counter treatment seems to work. we got it after our baby had thrush in the mouth i'm assuming i had it in my mouth and giving him oral caused us to both get it now

Accepted Answer

Unusual: These are the main risks for vaginal candida. 
Diabetes
Steroid therapy
Antibiotics

Do any of these apply? 
How is your baby now?

Fluconozale tablets nearly always cure the infection. 
For you and your husband. Both should be treated. Actually I think 100mgs daily for five days should do the trick. No sex until the treatment is finished.

Question 2

my 23 day old baby is showing thrush symptoms on her bump. red bumps. is there an over the counter treatment i can get at pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: As a site based in the USA we have little knowledge of what is available over the counter in your country. If there are anti-fungal creams/lotions available you could find out from the pharmacist .

Question 3

had covid now on 2 inhalers and doxycycline. was on prednisone for 7 days. i have a sour taste in mouth and tongue is white when i wake up. could this be thrush? is there otc treatment?

Accepted Answer

Thrush: I believe that the effective treatment of oral thrush requires a prescription medication but there are OTC products your pharmacist can recommend if you prefer.

Question 4

i've been on strong antibiotics and now i have oral thrush. what are good over-the-counter or home remedies i can try?

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Tips + Rx: If you have thrush you can rinse your mouth with warm salt water. Use a soft toothbrush on your teeth. Consider taking probiotics like lactobacillus acidophilus.  You can also drink kefir or eat  yogurts that have live probiotic cultures.  Avoid eating excessive sugar. See your physician for prescription antifungal medication.

Question 5

are there any over-the-counter medications for thrush?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: Gentian violet is a purple dye that is available otc & occasionally used for oral thrush in infants. It is effective but messy & should be used in minimal amounts, painted on affected areas.It kills yeast by direct contact.Excess use has led to choking and respiratory distress. Older patients can swish it around in their mouth & spit out the excess.

Question 6

can oral thrush be treated with something from over-the-counter at the chemist?

Accepted Answer

Not as well.: There are some over-the-counter remedies, but no guarantee that they will work as well.You can try rinsing with a baking soda solution, salt water,cider vinegar or hydrogen peroxide. However these are not good options if you are treating a baby. Gentian violet is also another option, but is a bit messy. As with any meds, please discuss with your doctor.

Question 7

best over-the-counter thrush medicine?

Accepted Answer

See below.: First, check with your doctor to see if it's really thrush.  If it is, there are a couple of oral prescription medicines that work well. Over the counter, the only helpful thing is gentian violet, which must be painted on all oral surfaces once daily. It stains everything, including clothing, purple!

Question 8

what over the counter can be taken for vaginal thrush? metro gel is providing minimum relief. going on for 3 days.

Accepted Answer

Not the right drug: You may not be taking the right drug. Please consult this site for information on this topic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/yeast-infection/basics/treatment/con-20035129
It would be useful to talk to the pharmacist at the drug store to find out a good topical drug for vaginal yeast infection.

Question 9

can you get over-the-counter remedies for thrush mouth?

Accepted Answer

You don't: You need a prescription from a health care professional in order to get a prescription that will work, treat the problem and make sure it is eliminated before stopping the medication. Besides, unless you were diagnosed bya health care provider, how do you know you have thrush?  It may not be or you may have contributing medical issues.  See a dentist or physician!

Question 10

my 14 month old boy seems to have mouth thrush (white patches in mouth, same as when he had one before) and being very fussy. should i go to see a doctor or can i  buy medication from over the counter? if so, which one..? thank you in advance!?

Accepted Answer

: Please go and see your doctor, you don't want to misdiagnose a condition that could get worse while you are hoping your choice of medication relieves the symptoms.  It takes a long time to become a doctor, and we have to learn how to differentially diagnose the symptoms of diseases.

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Over the counter treatment for thrush in adults

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I keep having recurring thrush episodes and my husband also after we have sex no over the counter treatment seems to work. we got it after our baby had thrush in the mouth i'm assuming i had it in my mouth and giving him oral caused us to both get it now

A member asked:

My 23 day old baby is showing thrush symptoms on her bump. red bumps. is there an over the counter treatment i can get at pharmacy?

A member asked:

Had covid now on 2 inhalers and doxycycline. was on prednisone for 7 days. i have a sour taste in mouth and tongue is white when i wake up. could this be thrush? is there otc treatment?

A member asked:

I've been on strong antibiotics and now i have oral thrush. what are good over-the-counter or home remedies i can try?

A member asked:

Are there any over-the-counter medications for thrush?

A member asked:

Can oral thrush be treated with something from over-the-counter at the chemist?

A member asked:

Best over-the-counter thrush medicine?

A member asked:

What over the counter can be taken for vaginal thrush? metro gel is providing minimum relief. going on for 3 days.

A member asked:

Can you get over-the-counter remedies for thrush mouth?

A member asked:

My 14 month old boy seems to have mouth thrush (white patches in mouth, same as when he had one before) and being very fussy. should i go to see a doctor or can i buy medication from over the counter? if so, which one..? thank you in advance!?

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