Tioconazole vaginal

Generic name: Tioconazole Vaginal
Dosage form: vaginal ointment w/applicator (6.5%)
Drug class: Vaginal anti-infectives

Usage of Tioconazole vaginal

Tioconazole is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Tioconazole vaginal (for use in the vagina) is used to treat vaginal Candida (yeast) infections.

Tioconazole vaginal may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Tioconazole vaginal side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have new or worsening vaginal symptoms.

Common side effects of tioconazole vaginal may include:

vaginal redness or swelling;

mild stomach pain;

pain or burning when you urinate;

headache, runny or stuffy nose; or

mild vaginal burning, itching or irritation after use.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Tioconazole vaginal

You should not use tioconazole vaginal if you are allergic to it.

Do not use tioconazole vaginal if you have never had a vaginal yeast infection that has been confirmed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

fever, chills, vomiting, pain in your back or shoulder;

pelvic pain, vaginal discharge with a bad odor;

if you are having vaginal itching or discomfort for the first time; or

if you think you may have been exposed to HIV (human immunodeficiency virus).

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether tioconazole vaginal will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without your doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether tioconazole vaginal passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without your doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding.

Do not give this medication to anyone under 12 years old without medical advice.

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How to use Tioconazole vaginal

Usual Adult Dose for Vaginal Candidiasis:

Insert 1 applicatorful intravaginally once at bedtime.Use: For the treatment of vaginal yeast infections

Usual Pediatric Dose for Vaginal Candidiasis:

12 years or older: Insert 1 applicatorful intravaginally once at bedtime.Use: For the treatment of vaginal yeast infections

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Tioconazole vaginal

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on tioconazole used in the vagina. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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