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What is the best over-the-counter medications for a yeast infection?

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Dr. Michael Bryan answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Yeast: The most widely available otc preparations for yeast infection are the -azole creams such as micanazole (monist at-type drugs). None are as effective as, and are a lot more messy than, the oral Fluconazole pills. Check with your doctor to see if you are a candidate for the "one time, one pill" treatment.

Answered 6/25/2014

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