Terconazole Tips from Pharmacists

• Follow your doctor’s instructions closely. Use terconazole as long as your doctor has directed it. Don’t stop using terconazole until you finish the prescribed treatment, even if your symptoms disappear.

• Do not use a different or additional medication for your yeast infection without consulting with your doctor.

• Gently insert the cream applicator or vaginal suppository. If you encounter resistance, don’t push. Call your doctor.

• Keep your genital area clean and dry. Get out of wet bathing suits and exercise clothes as soon as possible.

• To prevent re-infecting yourself, clean the terconazole vaginal cream applicator thoroughly with warm soapy water after every use.

• Wear an absorbent panty liner to prevent staining your clothes from leaked terconazole.

• Avoid getting out of bed after inserting terconazole cream or suppository, except to wash your hands.

• If you get your period while using terconazole, continue using the medicine. However, use a sanitary napkin and not a tampon during your period. Tampons can absorb the medicine and make it less effective.

• Wear cotton underwear and loose-fitting clothing. Avoid wearing tight jeans, nylon underwear, pantyhose, etc.