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In a case where fertilization has recently occurred, could the use of miconazole for a yeast infection harm the embryo? if so, is there another medication or treatment that would not?

Q: in a case where fertilization has recently occurred, could the use of miconazole for a yeast infection harm the embryo? if so, is there another medication or treatment that would not?

: No risk, no worry. Medications place in the vagina cannot ascend up into the genital tract in amounts that have any effect on an embryo or fetus; and miconazole itself is safe in pregnancy.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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No risk, no worry. Medications place in the vagina cannot ascend up into the genital tract in amounts that have any effect on an embryo or fetus; and miconazole itself is safe in pregnancy.

Answered 8/7/2023

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A member asked:

In a case where fertilization has recently occurred, could the use of miconazole for a yeast infection harm the embryo? if so, is there another medication or treatment that would not?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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