Canesten Thrush Duo Oral Capsule & External Cream
Uses
Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule can be used to treat acute or recurrent candidal vaginitis. It should also be used for the treatment of partners with associated candidal balanitis. Canesten Thrush External Cream is indicated for the treatment of candida vulvitis. It should be used as an adjunct to treatment of candidal vaginitis. It can also be used for treatment of the sexual partner’s penis to prevent re-infection.
Dosage
16-60 years: 1 capsule should be swallowed whole. The cream should be applied thinly 2 or 3 times daily to the vulva and surrounding area and rubbed in gently. Treatment with the cream should be continued until symptoms of the infection disappear. However, if after concomitant treatment of the vaginitis, symptoms do not improve within 7 days, the patient should consult a doctor. If the cream is being used for treatment of the sexual partner’s penis, it should be applied 2 or 3 times daily for up to 2 weeks. Under 16 or over 60: a doctor should be consulted.