A member asked:

I used monistat while being unsure if i have bv or a yeast infection. will i be ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Hard to say: If you really had a yeast infection it would likely help. If not, the material would not harm you. If your problem is caused by some other agent it would just delay a more appropriate treatment.

Answered 5/17/2018

326 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I used monistat while being unsure if i have bv or a yeast infection. will i be ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

Diagnosed w/ acute BV was given metronidazole pill then got a bad yeast infection that made me sick & the BV didn't go away. Gyn gave me metronidazole gel to take after monistat 7. Day 1 of gel and YI is back. Can I take monistat again with the gel?

A member asked:

20 weeks pregnant with BV and yeast infection. Being treated with Flagyl and Monistat 7. Suppose to have transvaginal ultrasound for cervical length. Should I reschedule or is it transvaginal safe?

A member asked:

16 weeks pregnant & currently have both BV and yeast infection. Is it okay to take metronidazole vaginal insert as well as monistat 3 (also a vaginal insert) at the same time? my skin is very raw and irritated and i just want these symptoms gone?

A member asked:

Would Monistat 1 (tioconazole) treat trich or BV symptoms. If Monistat works on itch and there was no odor/discharge, just itch/soreness was it a yeast infection?

A member asked:

Hey I was treated for bacterial vaginosis by my doctor I was recommended to use the gel right after that I noticed I was getting a yeast infection so I went a got Monistat 1 now Im bleeding heavy like my period is on and in pain ?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

Taking Flagyl for BV. Can I use Monistat while on Flagyl for a yeast infection?

I used metro gel for bv and noticed white clumpy discharge soon after finishing. I assumed it was a yeast infection because I've had these in the past and read this was a side effect. I bought over the counter monistat 1. I'm on day 2 and still have white

I am 17 weeks pregnant and have a yeast and BV infection. Is it safe to take Flagyl and use Monistat 7 at the same time?

I may have BV or a yeast infection.. Is it okay to do a hydrogen peroxide soak? 1 cup worth w h20. Monistat irritates me. Itchy vagina, foul order.

I am taking metronidazole for bv. I believe it's giving me a yeast infection because I'm starting to get itchy. Can I take Fluconazole even though I'm still taking the antibiotic. Or should I just get some monistat?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?