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Can i completely cure a yeast infection while on antibiotics? or will it just keep it at bay? (monistat).

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Can be treated: while on antibiotics; however, I do not suggest using Monistat unless you have an active infection with symptoms.

Answered 5/11/2016

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A member asked:

Can i completely cure a yeast infection while on antibiotics? or will it just keep it at bay? (monistat).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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