Canesten Thrush Combi Internal & External Creams

Description

What is Canesten Thrush Combi Internal & External Creams?

Canesten Thrush Combi Internal & External Creams is a complete treatment for vaginal thrush, designed to address both the underlying fungal infection and the external symptoms. The internal vaginal cream is supplied in a pre-filled applicator for convenient, no-mess insertion. The included double-strength external cream helps relieve itching, burning, redness and soreness of the vulva.
Canesten is the UK’s number one thrush treatment brand, trusted for treating uncomplicated vulvovaginal candidiasis.

Who Is It Suitable For?

• Women who have been medically diagnosed with vaginal thrush before and recognise the symptoms.
• Women experiencing both internal discharge and external irritation consistent with thrush.
• Women who prefer a cream-based treatment and/or experience vaginal dryness.
• If unsure whether symptoms are thrush, seek medical advice before using.

Active Ingredients / Strengths

Internal Vaginal Cream

• Clotrimazole 10% w/w

External Cream

• Clotrimazole 2% w/w

Other Ingredients (Internal & External)

May include benzyl alcohol, polysorbate, sorbitan stearate, cetostearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol and purified water.
(Exact excipients vary—refer to the packaging for full ingredient list.)

How to Use / Dosage Instructions

Step 1 – Internal Vaginal Cream (Night-time Use)

• Use the pre-filled applicator to insert the entire contents as high into the vagina as comfortable.
• Ideally inserted before bed to reduce leakage.
• Use once only, unless otherwise advised by a healthcare professional.

Step 2 – External Cream

• Apply a thin layer to the affected external area 2–3 times daily.
• Continue until symptoms fully resolve.

How to Administer

• Internal: vaginal application using the pre-filled applicator.
• External: apply directly to the vulval skin.

Duration of Use

• External symptoms often improve within a few days.
• If symptoms persist for more than 7 days, seek medical advice.

Possible Side Effects

Common:

• Mild burning, stinging or irritation after application.
• Temporary redness of the skin.

Rare:

• Allergic reactions such as rash, swelling or difficulty breathing.
• Severe irritation or worsening symptoms.

Seek urgent medical attention if signs of allergy occur.

Warnings and Precautions

• For vaginal use and external vulval use only.
• Do not use if you have not previously been diagnosed with thrush.
• Do not use during menstruation.
• Avoid sexual intercourse during treatment, as symptoms may worsen and creams may damage latex condoms and diaphragms.
• Discontinue if irritation becomes severe.

Contraindications

• Known hypersensitivity to clotrimazole or any ingredient listed.
• Do not use if vaginal bleeding, foul-smelling discharge, lower abdominal pain, fever, or symptoms that are not typical of thrush are present.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Advice

• Consult a doctor or midwife before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive.
• Applicators may not be recommended during pregnancy; medical advice should be followed.

Driving or Using Machinery

• No known effects.

Interactions with Other Medicines

• Clotrimazole may weaken latex condoms and diaphragms—use alternative contraception during treatment.
• Consult a pharmacist if using other vaginal products or topical preparations.

When to Consult a Pharmacist or Doctor

• First-time occurrence of symptoms.
• Recurrent thrush (more than twice in six months).
• If symptoms do not improve within seven days.
• If you have diabetes or a weakened immune system.
• If symptoms include foul odour, fever, pelvic pain, or unusual bleeding (these are red flags).

How to Store

• Store below 25°C.
• Keep in original packaging.
• Keep out of sight and reach of children.
• Do not freeze.

FAQs

What makes this a “Combi” treatment?
It treats both internal infection and external symptoms in one pack.

Can I use tampons during treatment?
No. The cream may not work effectively and tampons may absorb the medication.

Is this suitable for recurrent thrush?
Only after medical assessment. Repeated episodes require GP review.

Can I use this if I have vaginal dryness?
Yes. The cream formulation is often preferred by women experiencing dryness.

Can this be used alongside oral fluconazole?
Only if advised by a healthcare professional.

Brand

Canesten

  Canesten has a history of innovation, and exists to bring you effective, science-based products and equip you with meaningful knowledge so that you can feel in control of your intimate, skin and foot health.