Tioconazole vaginal ointment

What is tioconazole vaginal ointment?

TIOCONAZOLE (Vagistat-1®) is an antifungal agent used to treat yeast infections of the vagina. Generic tioconazole vaginal ointment is available.

What should my health care professional know before I use tioconazole?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• abdominal pain, vomiting, fever, or chills

• if you are taking any other vaginal prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter) drug

• an unusual or allergic reaction to tioconazole, other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives

• if you or your partner are using a condom, cervical cap, or diaphragm for birth control

• HIV infection or AIDS

• pregnant or trying to get pregnant

• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Tioconazole vaginal ointment is only for use in the vagina. Do not take by mouth. Wash hands before and after use. Read package directions carefully before using. Use this medicine at bedtime, unless otherwise directed by your prescriber or health care professional. The applicator should be opened just before using in order to prevent contamination. To use tioconazole vaginal ointment, gently insert the applicator tip high in the vagina and push the plunger to release the ointment into the vagina; gently remove the applicator.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

What drug(s) may interact with tioconazole?

• other medicines or douches used in the vagina

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are using, including non-prescription medicines. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What should I watch for while taking tioconazole?

Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve within a few days.

Avoid using condoms, cervical caps, or vaginal contraceptive diaphragms for 3 days following treatment with tioconazole. Tioconazole contains oils that can weaken latex rubber condoms, diaphragms, or cervical caps. This increases the chance of a condom breaking during sex. The rubber in a cervical cap or diaphragm can also break down faster and wear out sooner.

Vaginal medicines usually will come out of the vagina during treatment. To keep the medicine from getting on your clothing, wear a minipad or sanitary napkin. The use of tampons is not recommended since they may soak up the medicine. To help clear up the infection, wear freshly washed cotton, not synthetic, underwear.

What side effects may I notice from using tioconazole?

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

Rare or uncommon:

• increased urination during the night

• painful or difficult urination

• vaginal pain

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• vaginal irritation, itching or burning

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store at room temperature between 59—86[0]F; do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.