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Fluconazole for Vaginal Yeast Infection User Reviews (Page 2)

Brand names: Diflucan

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  • Sak...
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • February 25, 2020

Fluconazole "So this is probably very TMI, but here goes. I’ve been taking Diflucan for about 3 years now. I have recurrent yeast infections due to being immunocompromised. Last year, I had 9 infections. I am allergic to all over-the-counter yeast medicines. My labia minora is always inside my body, the over-the-counter medication causes my labia to come outside of my body and swell to the size of bigger than a golf ball. This medication saves me so much. When I take it, it’s like magic. I notice improvement within an hour. It usually only takes a day, and it’s gone completely. Before I knew of its existence, I would use apple cider vinegar. Don’t do that. It burns bad. It killed the yeast but started giving me BV. So thankful for this medication."

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  • Son...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 17, 2020

"I was suffering from vaginal thrush for the last year. I tried all over-the-counter medicine, home remedies, and a strict diet, nothing worked for me. My GP sent me to a gynecologist, and she put me on boric acid pessaries every month for 15 days and fluconazole 150 mg every week. I took fluconazole for more than a year, but nothing worked for me. The itch was so bad all the time, no one understood me. I was in pain. Then I went to a new GP, and I explained everything to her. She put me on fluconazole 50 mg daily for 8 weeks. It was the best decision of my life. Slowly, day by day, my symptoms went away, and finally, I am now thrush-free! I can’t believe it, it’s really a good treatment. Fluconazole 150 mg only works if you have thrush once, but in my case, being severe, we needed regular dosage. Thanks."

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  • Tha...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 20, 2019

Fluconazole "This worked great for me. Before taking the pill, I was itching and burning and had discharge. I was so embarrassed because I had never had one before. I also started to develop ulcers in my mouth, so the infection actually reached my mouth since it went untreated for 3 weeks. I was prescribed Diflucan. I took it on Friday, by Sunday, I started to feel better. On Sunday, I took the second pill. It is now Tuesday and my tongue ulcers are healing, my tonsils have gone down. The itching and burning stopped, but the irritation is still there whenever I wash my vagina with soap or wear certain panties."

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 6, 2019

"I had 2 recurrent yeast infections in a month. I had used clotrimazole cream and suppositories during this time. The itchiness went away with this treatment, so I knew it was a yeast infection, and the discharge was not smelly. The third time, I asked my doctor to give me fluconazole. With 100 mg on the first day, I saw improvement. Please don't suffer with yeast infections, take this pill. I did get a discharge after the first day, so hopefully all the yeast is coming off. The second dose cleared it out completely. I will recommend this product, but if you are allergic to it, then try some other yeast infection medication."

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  • Tha...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • February 21, 2013

"I had a moderate vaginal yeast infection, and it was the first sort of thing like that I've ever had. I went into the University wellness center to be checked out, and was offered 2 options: a three-time creme and vaginal suppository treatment, or a one-time orally ingested antibiotic. I chose the method that was least... itchy, the pill. I've nothing but good reviews for the medicine. It was convenient, being a one-and-done thing. It was effective - experienced some relief within 24-36 hours of taking it, was completely relieved within 4-5 days. A week later, the yeast infection appeared to be near completely gone. I had almost no side effects other than some very mild nausea shortly after ingestion. Would take again if need be."

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  • Anonymous
  • March 27, 2014

"I have issues with yeast infections, and I took one pill Monday night and the second Wednesday night. Every symptom went away except for the itching! I can't stand it anymore. It's now Thursday, and I'm still itching, not as bad but still. This medication has always worked for me before, and all symptoms were gone in two days... not this time. I'm still itching."

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  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • July 25, 2019

"I am suffering from a yeast infection for almost a year now! I had so many fluconazole treatments, other drugs, everything. Now I'm on a 6-month treatment with fluconazole. I took the first 3 pills, the infection is still there. Am I going mental here? Literally don't know what to do and where to go."

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  • February 26, 2020

"So, was prescribed this for a vaginal yeast infection from antibiotics. Had to take 150 mg 1st day, then another 3 days later. After 30 mins of taking it, dizziness, nausea, headache hit me. An hour later, whole body started to itch, eyes, nose, ears, tongue, throat, extreme itching and burning, itching & prickling in the anus, can't sit or lie down. Dunno if it is an allergic reaction. Next day, bad stomach & tummy cramps, bloating, gas, sweating, a bit of diarrhea, fatigue, mood swings, dp feelings, loss of appetite, cough, chest pain, flu symptoms, throat is tingling and can't eat a damn thing without choking. Literally dunno what to do. My vag is now in co-ma. Discharge went away, the itching and irritation are still there, & I'm in a lot of pain, the yeast infection is still there. Will not take the 2nd pill. Had I known the side effects, I would have flushed this pill in the toilet. I could have just cured the yeast infection naturally with a diet, probiotics, or old-fashioned Monistat."

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  • Lor...
  • October 22, 2016

"Had a vaginal yeast infection for three days until I finally made up my mind to head to the clinic. I was diagnosed with a vaginal yeast infection and was prescribed 150 mg of fluconazole (Diflucan). An hour after taking the pill, my symptoms ceased to a minimum. However, the itchiness and burning sensation still lasted for around two days before it finally resolved."

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  • Ann...
  • April 24, 2016

Fluconazole "I took a single dose of Diflucan a few days ago after developing an agonizing yeast infection, thanks to a round of antibiotics, coupled with an allergic reaction to a product I had used called Yeastaway (never again!). Once the Diflucan kicked in - boy, did it work - it was like night and day. By the hour, the swelling, itching, and discharge were going down. I went from pure itching hell (tearing apart the freezer looking for something to ease the agony) the night before to a calm, restful night the following day. I've never noticed any negative physical side effects. My only frustration was that this took 2.5 solid days to start working... topical creams made me itch more, and I started to wonder if the Diflucan would ever work at all."

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  • Anonymous
  • July 19, 2021

"I was prescribed this after finishing the 7-day Monistat and still had symptoms of itching, dry skin, red coloration of the skin, and mild burning. I think it was a combination of the Monistat drying the skin of my labia majora and still having a yeast infection. I took the pill for fluconazole and didn't really notice big changes until day 2. By day 2, I started having a lot of white thick discharge, and itching went down. Redness didn't start fading until the 3rd day. To keep myself from wanting to itch and moisturize my dry skin, I did use cortisone cream on my labia majora. I'm still on day 3 and still notice my labia minora is sensitive to touch. What I suggest when taking the pill is to drink plenty of water, change your underwear often, or don't wear any at all. Let your vagina breathe! Yeast love warm, moist environments, so not having any fabric covering it will help a lot."

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  • sch...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 7, 2014

Fluconazole "After having a urinary tract infection for three weeks, & three different antibiotics, with the third being Bactrim, I developed a horrible yeast infection. Thank goodness my Dr. prescribed seven days worth of Diflucan. After one pill, I experienced relief. Not complete relief, but I could finally get some sleep. Before Diflucan, I went through two tubes of Vagisil. It works but there is a perfumy smell that clings to the body. If my Dr. had only prescribed one pill I would be back in the ER begging for something to relieve the maddening itch. This is my first yeast infection & I hope I never get another!"

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  • Anonymous
  • October 19, 2012

Fluconazole "I have suffered every month, for years with a yeast problem. Avoiding sex, chocolate, and wine were hardly a solution for me! These are the important ingredients you should be taking: 1. Eat yogurt & cereal on an empty stomach. 2. Take an acidophilus supplement. This made me NORMAL. Hooray!"

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  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • December 20, 2015

Fluconazole "DO NOT DRINK if you take this medication. The alcohol makes it not work. I had no idea and I like my wine. A Dr friend of mine told me that alcohol could be affecting the drug. Anytime I have ever tried to drink and take this it doesn't work. If I don't drink at all when I take it, it works like magic. If you have had a problem with it not working, make sure you're not drinking. Even one drink has made it not work as well for me. It literally is a lifesaver."

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  • Ive...
  • April 24, 2021

"I was prescribed the pill a week ago. Stopped the itch, but started having discharge every day, doesn’t smell or anything yellow/light green. Not sure why I have a discharge when I never had a discharge before taking this pill, only the itch."

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  • November 18, 2016

Fluconazole "First off, I looked in here to see when it was best to take the pill. My doctor always prescribes me one 'Just in case' whenever he gives me antibiotics. But the first thing I saw was how much people are spending on these. There are coupons available for the more expensive prescriptions, but at all Walmart stores Diflucan is $4.00! Same as antibiotics. Just tell them do not run your insurance. Hope that helps!"

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  • Ano...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 17, 2013

"The best for clearing up a yeast infection. Got some relief in a few hours with no side effects. Have taken many times and totally clears things up within a couple of days. Such a great alternative to the messy suppositories."

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  • Sin...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 28, 2014

"I took it at 5 p.m. and all of my symptoms were gone by 11:30. I got the yeast infection from antibiotics and I'm so glad it's gone! This medication is amazing. Also, I see a lot of ladies saying they have chronic yeast infections, my advice is to change your diet and health routine."

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  • hap...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 21, 2017

Fluconazole "I had what felt like a moderate yeast infection. I was given Terazole 3 at first but had the most horrible allergic reaction that made my yeast infection symptoms increase 100 times. I have never felt misery like that in my life, it felt like my insides and outsides were trying to kill me. I was switched to the single dose of 150 mg Diflucan, and my symptoms improved by half within 24 hours and only got better from there. It took about a week for all discomfort (including the occasional minor itch) to completely disappear."

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  • Cra...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 23, 2019

"I took this medication last night, 22nd of July 2019, because I’ve been suffering from a yeast infection for 3 months now, and I really don’t know what to do. When I search on the internet, Diflucan is best for this treatment. The next morning, I am now relieved from itchiness. I never thought it would go away. I have no side effects whatsoever. I recommend this medication for YI. FYI: This medicine is only a one-time dose."

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  • Bos...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 18, 2014

"The past few days I've had this horrible yeast infection. Thankfully, this pill exists because I wanted to cry earlier from being so uncomfortable. My doctor gave me this 1 pill, and I felt relief within the first hour. I have no doubts that I'll be 100% within a day or two. Oh! And I didn't experience any side effects."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • November 25, 2014

"I had a yeast infection to the 10th power. I tried some OTC vaginal medicines and definitely didn't work out for me. Seemed like it got worse. Very embarrassing and uncomfortable, not a good feeling! My doctor prescribed me 2 doses at 150mg each. I took the 1st pill at noon and I could really feel relief within hours. I highly recommend this pill for quick relief. Thank goodness for Fluconazole!"

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  • Ann...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • June 3, 2016

Fluconazole "Awesome medication. I got a really bad yeast infection that kept coming back after two Z-packs. I took three, three days apart, and it completely got rid of it. The inflammation lingered for a bit because the tissue was damaged, which is apparently normal according to WebMD and my doctor. Once, I got an upset stomach from taking it, but that could have easily been avoided if I ate something with it."

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  • Tar...
  • November 10, 2013

"I took this pill on Friday. It is now Sunday, and I'm still having all symptoms. It has not done anything for me. I have another refill for it I will get today, and if it does not help, I will be going back to get something else. This is my first yeast infection, and they are nasty little demons."

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  • Dma...
  • October 22, 2015

"I've had the yeast infection from hell. Finally, I went to the doctor and got Diflucan. I am on my second pill with a 7-day regimen. Almost no itching, and I'm starting to feel so much better! Also, a little tip: Orajel has worked much better for the itching and pain than anything meant for the vagina. My doctor recommended this. Who knew? :)"

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