Fluconazole for Vaginal Yeast Infection User Reviews (Page 3)

• Isa...
• September 30, 2019

"I got a yeast infection for the first time. Holy moly, those things are horrible. Be patient. It works differently for everyone. I did see relief the first day. And more relief every day. I felt normal after a week. I would take this again if I had to. No side effects for me."

• Mat...
• May 24, 2014

"I got this one oral pill 150 mg prescribed by my OBGYN yesterday to treat my first time yeast infection. Dr. told me to wear 100% cotton underwear for 2 weeks. Always drying the area well after a shower with a clean, dry towel, plus using a hair dryer to blow it dry (use regular air, not hot air). Then, applying baby diaper rash cream (like Desitin) all around that area on both sides. Finally, taking a cup of yogurt every day. I asked if I could take a probiotic, she said it's fine. After taking the pill yesterday morning, last night, I didn't wake up until 5:30 am. Late morning, there was still some itchiness, but not too severe. I hope it will get better tomorrow. So far, I haven't felt any side effects. Good luck, everyone!"

• jac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 25, 2014

"I took the pill Tuesday night, felt somewhat relieved on Wednesday night, but had slight irritation and itch, however, there was no more discharge. I recommend you try to keep the area clean and dry. It really helps to always towel dry after every shower with a separate clean towel."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 26, 2012

Fluconazole "Whenever I have a urinary tract infection, a yeast infection is sure to follow, and this time, instead of buying the 3-day treatment of Canesten that you insert inside (which has always worked well the first day), I tried the one pill. No side effects. However, my vagina is still itchy, burning, and rubbing it no longer provides any relief anymore. Going back to the doctor, hoping for something stronger."

• Anonymous
• May 4, 2014

Fluconazole "I too had a rash close to my vagina, a pretty bad one & my gynecologist said it was bacterial vaginosis along with a yeast infection. It was my 1st infection so I had no idea what was going on. She prescribed me metronidazole 500 mg for 7 days, on day 4 I took Diflucan 1, on day 7 I took another Diflucan 1, three days later I took my last one. I didn't start seeing results until I was taking both medications together. For those of you who have to pay for your medicine go on their website they have a $5 off coupon."

• Riv...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 26, 2019

Fluconazole "I am prone to yeast infections. Not super prone. But I usually get about three yeast infections a year, more if I have infections that require antibiotics. Rarely do over-the-counter medications work for me, plus I just hate how gross, messy, and how long it takes to clear up with the over-the-counter suppositories. This medication Diflucan is really a godsend because the minute I feel it coming on, I take it and symptoms are gone super quickly and with no mess. I honestly don't notice any side effects. I might get an upset stomach, but I usually get that from the antibiotics that give me the yeast infection to begin with."

• Itc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2019

"The BEST treatment for simple yeast infection. One pill, and symptoms are gone in 2 days or less. I have never experienced any side effects at all from this medication, and I am so thankful there is such a simple solution for clearing up a yeast infection. The creams they sell at drugstores don’t seem to do a lot for me, and they are messy and expensive."

• Blu...
• October 3, 2019

"First time with a yeast infection. Took my first dose of fluconazole on day one with minimal results and a second dose of 150 mg 48 hours later, and at day 5, I am feeling things are almost back to normal. Reading the other posts from ladies continually having repeat episodes of this, I feel for you. Have any of your partners been treated or assessed for a yeast infection? As you are back to normal, he or she may have been infected by you, especially if you do not use protection when you are infected and have sex. You could have picked it up from them if they don’t know they have one. You may be swapping it back and forth between each other if you are both not treated. Go to your health care providers and your partner and discuss this, and perhaps your partner needs to be treated too!"

• Dee...
• May 11, 2015

"I get yeast infections when I drink a lot of wine. It usually works with a mild infection if you take it upon first notice within 48 to 72 hours. But I feel relief in the first 24 hours. I also use baby diaper rash cream to relieve itching. This works like a dream. Desitin is the best. Just the regular strength. Immediate relief! The pill does the rest. If you let it get too severe, take 2 pills 2 to 5 days apart. That works in 3 to 5 days. Abstain from alcohol and food high in sugar, such as soda and sweets. If the Diflucan doesn't offer relief in 2 to 3 days, you might have vaginitis, a bacterial infection which sometimes seems like a yeast infection and requires a different medication. Call your doctor."

• Anonymous
• October 9, 2011

Fluconazole "I have been prescribed Diflucan in the past for yeast infections and it worked wonderfully. Overnight relief. I have been prescribed this generic form the last few times I've had a yeast infection and find that it does not work nearly as well for me. Currently on day 5 after taking a single dose, and I am still having itching and redness."

• Dai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 14, 2016

Fluconazole "After taking antibiotics, I usually get a yeast infection, so I take Diflucan once when the meds are gone. Almost always stops itching in 24 hours and disappears completely by day 2. Only once was it so bad I had to take it twice. Best cure ever. And no side effects. Used it many times."

• Not...
• August 28, 2015

"I'm not entirely sure why I am having such a hard time clearing up my yeast infection this time. This is now my 4th pill (after taking 3 of the 150 mg over the course of 3 weeks). I typically don't suffer from burning, itching, rashes...but the cottage cheese discharge is terrible. I took my 4th dose last night, it was 100 mg, and was expecting to not have any discharge this morning. Welp...still see it. It's not as much, but mid-day, wiped...still cottage cheese discharge. I am comforted by the ladies here saying it does take a few days. Just wondering why I've had to take so many this time and still not cured."

• Jno...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2019

"Fluconazole caused side effects of drowsiness, stomach ache, diarrhea, confusion, dizziness, panic attack, fast heartbeat, chills, all in less than 24 hours of taking this 150 mg one-dose pill. I will never accept this antifungal in my body again."

• Sha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 29, 2019

"After taking fluconazole for 4 months at varied strengths, it was apparent it wasn’t working, the side effects are horrid, and I found that even at 50 mg, I was still feeling extremely queasy on them. Also note, they do contain lactose, which can upset your digestive system if sensitive. Anyway, after many trips to the GP, gynecologist, and gum clinic, it was then decided to check the strain of yeast I had - turns out I don’t have the normal albicans but instead glabrata, which is highly resistant to azole medications. So for anyone taking fluconazole, and it’s not working, get them to check the strain you have, as maybe it’s just a resistant strain. Ten months on, and I'm only just able to get the medication needed to beat this beast: nystatin."

• Oli...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 11, 2013

"This is my second yeast infection due to taking antibiotics. Fluconazole is really good. It's only been like 16 hours, but I feel so much more relief already. Also, drink tons of water and have yogurt, it also helps!"

• Sar...
• April 17, 2019

"So I had a pretty bad yeast infection. I was itchy, and my lady bits were bright red. I mean, it REALLY itched and I had pain. The only time I couldn't feel the symptoms was if I was laying in bed. I took fluconazole on a Saturday afternoon. Upon waking the next morning, my symptoms seemed to be cut in half, still irritated though, itchy, and uncomfortable. Each day after, symptoms seemed to be cut in half again. Tuesday I was feeling much better, and it is now Wednesday, and I feel great. This definitely worked for me. So glad I didn't have to take Monistat since that burns my insides! Those who are experiencing side effects, I can only guess with fluconazole you do not actually have a yeast infection and the pill is trying to fight something that isn't there. Probably a different issue, maybe bacterial? This pill definitely worked for me, and I am HAPPY and back to feeling like my normal self again."

• roc...
• February 18, 2015

"I never had so many yeast infections as I have had in the past year. Was on a long course of antibiotics. Just a warning in December, thought I had a yeast infection, and it was terrible. By the time I got to the doctor, it was actually bacterial vaginosis. Had to take Flagyl. If you have an unusually severe yeast infection, get checked. However, anytime I did use fluconazole, it works great."

• Ren...
• November 30, 2014

"I started showing symptoms of a yeast infection after being on antibiotics for about 5 days, which is a common side effect. My doctor prescribed this pill. I took it and I had almost complete relief the next night. I took it Wednesday evening around 4, and by Thursday night I felt a lot of improvement. It is now Sunday, and I feel 100% back to normal and I'm still on my antibiotics. This pill stays in your system for several days, which is why it is so effective. I highly recommend this. I will never use OTC medicines again."

• Ked...
• November 24, 2009

Fluconazole "I tried a cream OTC, which didn't work. So I called my doctor and he prescribed this. AMAZING medicine! Within 24 hours, my infection is gone, and I feel human again! I experienced no side effects. It's almost like a wonder pill!"

• Bre...
• June 17, 2019

Fluconazole "I originally had a UTI and was prescribed antibiotics for 5 days. About two days later, I started itching, and the doctor prescribed me this drug. I kid you not, I was so dizzy I thought I was going to fall over. It didn't matter if I was standing up or sitting down. The dizziness was horrible. Oh, I only had one dose of it, and I'm still itching like crazy."

• Vic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2019

"This medication is not a joke, I kid you not. I was able to take only 2 of 3 prescribed pills of 150 mg of this chemical for a very bad vaginal yeast infection brought on by antibiotic use, and I regret that I took this. One single pill caused pounding headaches, extreme nausea, tachycardia, chills, cold and hot flushes, profuse sweating, depression, explosive diarrhea, no appetite, fatigue, pale skin, dizziness, chest tightness, panic attacks, mental confusion, and nightmares. I felt like I was in a living nightmare or in a horror movie. That said, it did not even touch my burning, itchy, and violently discharging vagina. Even more, my vagina felt numb on this pill, and no sexual pleasure, even my poor boyfriend started to think that I was going to have a normal vagina and enjoy sex. I will never take this chemical again in my system. Now taking Candex with a probiotic and a yeast-free diet seems to be working. Hoping to bring my vagina into this world again."

• MsP...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 17, 2012

Fluconazole "I had to have oral surgery and took amoxicillin for two weeks. The dentist prescribed fluconazole, I got the generic. I've used Diflucan in the past with great success. It seems that the generic does NOT work as well as the name brand. Three days and three pills later, I'm still suffering from the yeast infection symptoms."

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 17, 2019

"I have been battling a yeast infection for years. I went to my gynae last year, and he prescribed antibiotics and some drugs I could not remember, the yeast got worse after I took these medications. I continued with my symptoms until June 3, 2019, and went to a different gynae who prescribed me fluconazole, another drug, and antibiotics. I decided not to take antibiotics but took fluconazole and the other drug, went to bed, and woke up the next morning cured. It's been a few weeks, and I feel amazing and like a new person. I highly recommend fluconazole for yeast infection."

• Cry...
• March 12, 2017

"For years I was prescribed Diflucan for frequent recurring yeast infections. It did relieve my symptoms, but the infection would come back. I started doing my own research and found that some women are sensitive to soaps, body washes, shave creams, etc., and that those can cause problems with your pH balance and cause some women to have frequent infections. I started using Vagisil pH Balance wash. This product has changed my life! In the last 5 years since using this product, I have maybe had 3-4 starts to yeast infections, mostly caused by antibiotics. If I feel like I am starting to get a yeast infection (which is rare now), I start taking RepHresh Pro-B (probiotic feminine supplement), and that will help take care of the infection."

• Aze...
• March 9, 2016

"After a round of antibiotics to clear up a UTI, I developed a severe yeast infection with itching, burning, and discharge. Called the doctor, and he prescribed the generic of Diflucan. Took one dose, and symptoms cleared completely in 24 hours. Took the second dose 3 days later and now symptom-free!!!! I do not post reviews often, but I needed to give back to someone who may be suffering like I was. These reviews provide relief when things feel like they can't get any worse. And this magic pill proved that things will get better with time."