A 39-year-old member asked:
How long does fluconazole (diflucan) take to cure a vaginal yeast infection?
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Dr. Thomas Nameyanswered
Rheumatology 48 years experience
1-3 days: 1 to 3 days is usually all that is needed taking the 200mg tablet.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
How long should I wait to have sex after taking diflucan (fluconazole) for a vaginal yeast infection?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Alan Pattersonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 42 years experience
A few days: Until you are not itchy or irritated.
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A 27-year-old female asked:
If on diflucan (fluconazole) for a vaginal yeast infection, how soon can I have intercourse?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 37 years experience
See below: Whenever you feel up to it as far as symptoms go.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
How long can it take for a vaginal yeast infection to go away?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 37 years experience
See below: With appropriate treatment, symptoms usually abate within 72 hours.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
What are some good OTC vaginal yeast infection cures?
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Dr. Daniel Szekelyanswered
General Practice 44 years experience
Several, but look fo: Look for less expensive generic versions of gynelotrimin (clotrimazole) or monistat.
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