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Tioconazole topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

Brand names: Monistat 1 Vaginal Ointment, Tioconazole 1 Day, Vagistat-1

Tioconazole topical has an average rating of 4.2 out of 10 from a total of 1,696 reviews on Drugs.com. 29% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 55% reported a negative experience.

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  • November 6, 2016

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I developed a YI from a steam room, I believe. I have gotten a few of them recently. I've taken the Monistat 1 day treatment with the 'evil egg,' and that made it unbearable - worst experience ever. I just sat in the tub and cried a little, lol. So when I developed another YI, I went to my doctor because I did not want to go through that again. She recommended the prefilled applicator 6.5 - THIS IS SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE MONISTAT 1 CAPSULE... the itchiness is very mild and not nearly as gooey. BUY MONISTAT 1 PREFILLED 6.5 -- DO NOT BUY THE CAPSULE MONISTAT 1. The 6.5 is quick relief and doesn't torture your 'who-ha.' Best of luck, ladies!"

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  • January 22, 2019

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I just inserted the medicine, and I don't feel any extra burning or itching, so maybe because I inserted the ointment in far enough. But yeah, it's going well so far. I'm sleeping with thin cotton underwear on to air out a little and will probably just wear a pad tomorrow since someone said to because it melts. It's been about an hour, though, and I actually feel better. Maybe it's my mind telling me that the yeast infection will go away now that I have medicine, or maybe it's really the medicine, but either way, I already feel better, and I can sleep!!"

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  • September 1, 2016

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "This was my second YI. The first time, I used the 3-day but stopped after day 2 because I felt so much better. So this time, I decided to go with the 1-day to get it over with. I put it in right before bed and then, like so many others, read these terrible reviews. I braced myself for the worst and went to bed. I honestly didn't sleep very well because I was expecting to wake up in pain. But I didn't. No burning, minimal itching. I peed twice in the middle of the night and made sure to wipe back to front. My only complaint would be the discharge, though it's to be expected. Just used a panty liner and no big deal. Woke up in the morning, took a shower, and used the wipes, and I feel no symptoms. I think it's trial and error but no complaints from me."

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  • October 11, 2019

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I purchased the Rite Aid brand 1-day Tioconazole after the Diflucan treatment failed. I'm so glad I did. The day after I applied the medicine, I only experienced a little bit of swelling and burning, which was totally tolerable. After 2 days, the itching had stopped, and all symptoms were gone after 3 days. This will be my go-to OTC med from now on if I ever need to use it again!"

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  • February 15, 2017

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I never write reviews, but after the horror stories I've read on here, I felt compelled to share my experience. I had already bought and inserted the ovule before reading any of these reviews, maybe a tad bit risky, but I live life on the edge. Lol. I used the product around 6:30 PM yesterday evening and have had none of the issues some of the ladies here have experienced. Thankfully, it's now the next day, and I feel nothing more than a cooling sensation down there. I didn't experience any burning, but just a small amount of itching a couple of hours after using Monistat, which was nothing I couldn't handle. It seems to really be doing what it's intended to do. This is my first YI, and overall, I'm very pleased with the results from using Monistat 1."

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  • August 21, 2015

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I, of course, like many unsuspecting victims, went to buy this product without reading the information/reviews on it first. Once injected, I read the reviews and, of course, freaked out due to all the negative comments. I used the Monistat one-day ovule, I was preparing myself for the worst discomfort, but all I got was some slight burning and itching, nothing unbearable. I had the discomfort for probably about an hour, and then it went away, and I already feel my symptoms disappearing. I'm not sure why some people on here had such bad reactions, but I just wanted to share my experience and say that it wasn't bad at all!"

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  • January 21, 2017

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "They should really put a warning on the label of this medication. Used it at bedtime, woke up at 1 a.m. with a burning itching that was not relieved by any method. Completely miserable. I do not know why so many women react this way, but there should be a significant warning placed on the label. I'm going to reach out to the FDA. Beware of this medication. Hopefully, you read this before use, not after. There's nothing that's been able to relieve the inflammation, pain, and itching. I'd rather have a yeast infection for the rest of my life than have to feel this way."

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  • February 4, 2020

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "Like most here on this website, laying down, itching and burning, trying not to think, so I can ignore it as much as possible. Not as painful as other medications I've tried before. I tried Monistat a couple of months ago, but it didn't do anything, so I'm trying this because it's a stronger treatment. Not unbearable, but most definitely, it burns."

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  • January 3, 2017

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I looked into it, and burning from Monistat often occurs when you have an infection other than a yeast infection because the pH levels are different and cause a different reaction. Yeast infections don't change pH in this way. Use an infection screening kit from any pharmacy and make sure you only have a yeast infection before using Monistat. I had only a yeast infection and therefore experienced none of this itching or burning, just light cramps."

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  • December 10, 2016

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "Okay, listen here. It's really irritating reading about how 'it's burned so bad'! Lord have mercy, you have a YI, of course, it's going to burn! I applied, and yes, it burned, but understand that that just means that you have an infection that evidently needs to be cleared. Your vagina is infected, and imagine putting lemon on a cut and then later complaining, 'ahhhh, it burns'... okay, well, I applied around 10 PM, and it burned for a while, but the overall effectiveness was amazing. The itching was gone in less than 2 days. The other burning and discharge were gone within 3 days!"

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  • June 27, 2019

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I had an awesome experience with Tioconazole 1 Day, I was scared to try it because of all the bad reviews, but when I tried it, there was intense itching, but it was tolerable. I slept well, and after about 3 hours, the itching died down, but there was still a little itching, there just wasn’t as much. I didn’t experience any burning or swelling, I just woke up, so I didn’t get the chance to see if it hurts when I use the bathroom... so an amazing experience!"

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  • June 6, 2019

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Ok, I'm 63 years old and have had more than my share of yeast infections, although it's really not an actual infection but an overgrowth of yeast, right? I tried Monistat 1 only because the 3, 5, and 7-day dosages were out of stock. Ladies, this product is not good. Being post-menopause with no vaginal moisture to mitigate effects, I'm now on my 5th day of itching worse than the condition itself and burning from vulva to anus. I used to use Monistat in my younger days. I cannot believe the difference! I know you fertile females are suffering too, judging from your comments. But if any other post-menopausal gals are reading this, here is my heartfelt advice: slow down, take a few days. Use the extended dosage. Good luck all. Back to cold compresses! Damn."

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  • November 7, 2020

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I purchased this Tioconazole 1 Day product on a Tuesday, and just like the others, my vagina swelled shut. I was in terrible pain. I’m on Jardiance, so YI are common, and normally I’d take Diflucan or I would use Monistat 7, and in a day or so I’m good. However, using this product is a different story. Here it is Friday, and I’m still itching and in pain. This product is not worth the $10 I paid. I highly recommend that this product be avoided at all costs. It was not effective and caused me pain."

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  • July 8, 2016

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I was afraid to use this product after reading all of the negative reviews, but I knew I had a yeast infection and did not want to waste extra time and money to go to the doctor. I did not have any of the problems that other users listed. The most that I experienced was a little bit of mild heat after I inserted the ovule, but no burning or itching. This product does cause discharge, so I would recommend using panty liners or pads. It cleared up my symptoms within two days, and I feel much better. Would recommend!"

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  • March 15, 2019

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I used this same product in 2016. Now, fast-forwarding to 2019, I find the need to put my Vag through this hell. The Monistat causes itching, burning, and pain like no other, because it is constantly there with no ceasing. You will not sleep, concentrate, or be in a good mood while this extremely strong medication is doing what you paid to do - kill the yeast infection! I am literally writing this review as I am sitting under the massive discomfort of this medication. I don’t discourage anyone from using it, however, I put out a disclaimer: BEWARE! It will test your character, patience, tolerance, and soul! But it works, it will get rid of an itch, odor, and burning from YI. Time: It takes about 1-2 hours for the gelatin egg to dissolve, and the burning, itching, and discomfort to start. Length: This varies. Discomfort could last from 1 hour to eternity."

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  • September 17, 2020

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I inserted the Tioconazole 1 Day around 12. It eased the itching and burning. I still can feel tingling! However, now my lady parts are swollen. Trying to wait it out so I won’t have to go to the hospital!"

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  • June 4, 2017

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "Don't use the external cream. My itching and burning have increased 1,000,000 times. It's unbearable. Now I'm reading these reviews and wish I had just called the doctor. But why does a product that's supposed to help with burning and itching make it worse?!?"

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  • June 2, 2015

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "This product did work, but I'll NEVER use it again. I put it in and went to bed. I woke up about two hours later, and my vagina was burning/itching like nothing I've ever experienced. It felt like my v was on fire. Seriously! It was horrible. I tried to clean it all out. About one and a half hours later, the burning and itching went away. Yes, the product worked, but I burned/itched SO bad that I'll never use it again. Just call the Dr. and get a prescription. You'll thank me later."

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  • May 22, 2018

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I was placed on doxycycline for an ingrown hair under my arm that became infected while working out. This caused a small hellfire between my legs. Because I was already on a few oral medications, I opted out of getting Diflucan called in to the pharmacy. I now feel like the ultimate failure. I feel like I just squatted over a fire ant hill and took a seat! I swear I'm giving birth to Ghost Pepper and lava!!! I can barely sit down at this point. SAVE YOURSELVES!!!"

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  • July 2, 2016

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "It has been 3 years since I tried this product. Somehow I had forgotten how horrible it is! I used the Monistat 1 Day ovule at 4 PM for a standard yeast infection, wanted to stop it before it was full-blown. By midnight, my vag was on fire, and by 2 AM, my labia was so swollen it was hard to walk without pain! I used this 38 hours ago, and I'm still in pain! This product is poison! Do not use if you value your health and sanity! Nightmare! Shame on the partner companies (Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc., the makers of MONISTAT®, and Vertical Pharmaceuticals, LLC) that make so much money off a known severe symptom-causing product. All female executives that have a hand in marketing and promoting this product need a sample dose of the fire ovule!"

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  • December 18, 2019

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "Currently pregnant, and this is my 2nd yeast infection within 7 months. The 1st infection, I did the 5-day treatment with the medicine that begins with M... miconazole? No complaints about that; I just wanted it cleared up quicker than that. After itching and rubbing raw for over a week, I decided to try this 1-day treatment with the active ingredient tioconazole. It’s been about 30 min since I have inserted the medicine, and so far, so good. I was worried about the burning and itching others had experienced, but I feel like I burned and itched more before insertion. Fingers crossed it clears soon!"

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  • January 22, 2017

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I am 18 and experienced my first yeast infection a few days ago. I read the reviews here after I had already used the Monistat 1 and was terrified. Luckily, I have had great results. After 3 days of YI symptoms, I used Monistat 1 around midnight last night. I did experience some itching during the night, but it was totally manageable. I did not experience the intense burning/itching that others described, despite having sensitive skin. My skin was somewhat raw but not terrible before using the medication, which may have helped. The next morning, everything felt completely back to normal (besides discharge, which Monistat does say is normal), and the swelling has gone down almost entirely. Only some discharge 20 hours later. Really worked for me!"

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  • March 13, 2017

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "So I've had a yeast infection for a week, just milky discharge and the smell of yeast! I decided to buy Monistat 1 Dat Max Strength egg from the pharmacy. Usually, I use the one-day cream with no pain or side effects. After it started to run out, the burning started. I told my boyfriend I've never felt this before, it felt like I was sitting on a hot lightbulb!!! I started to panic thinking I'm having an allergic reaction. What is wrong with my VJ? I didn't have the nerve to look. My boyfriend told me it might be because it's the one-day egg, which means they have to triple the dose to cure the yeast at a higher dose. He always knows the right things to say when I'm worried, or maybe he knew I would make him go to the hospital with me, lol. I'm feeling slight warmth today."

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  • December 28, 2016

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "I guess our bodies do react differently. I was in excruciating pain with the swelling, the itching, and the burning from this yeast infection caused by antibiotics that I needed something fast! My husband bought me the Monistat 1 (first yeast, we weren't sure what to use). But this was the perfect treatment. Used it at night, right after a shower, and I felt so much comfort the morning after. I gotta say I was very surprised! I'm very satisfied with this product, well worth the $15. Do read the instructions. I used the cream applicator and (not that I want to, but) I would use it again. Fast relief for me. Thank you, Monistat!"

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  • August 12, 2015

Tioconazole topical for Vaginal Yeast Infection "Terrible experience. My doctor said the 1 dose is so powerful it can give you a chemical burn. It wrecked my vacation, and it has been 8 days, and it still burns. Dr. even gave me pain meds. Do NOT use this. Only use the 3 to 7 days pack. I can't believe this is on the market."

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