Canestin Three Day Therapy Combi-Pak is for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections. It relieves the itching, burning and discharge associated with vaginal yeast infections. For women who prefer a 3-day treatment, only Canesten offers an effective cure in a clean tablet form. The Combi-Pak contains three vaginal insert with applicator and one tube of topical cream.
What is athlete's foot, what causes it and what are the symptoms?
Athlete's foot is a fungal infection of the skin. Being warm and moist, the spaces between the toes are ideal environments for the fungi to grow, a condition that is very common amongst those who play sport. In 90% of cases, fungi called dermatophytes are the causative organisms. The remainder are caused by yeasts. Athlete's foot is a highly contagious disease. Fungal spores that reside on skin scales are easily caught in communal sports changing rooms and showers, by sharing shoes, clothes, towels or by picking them up directly from the ground. Initially there is very little to see, but as the infection progresses the skin can become sore and/or itchy and inflamed. The infected skin then invariably becomes moist, blistering in some cases, cracking and peeling in others. Areas of dead white skin are a particular diagnostic sign.
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What is the best way to treat athlete's foot?
Using an effective topical antifungal such as Canesten, which is suitable for self-medication and can be purchased in pharmacies without prescription, usually clears up fungal infections easily. Clearing visible symptoms of athlete's foot may take only a few days, depending on the extent of the disease. Treatment should be continued for 2 weeks after visible symptoms have disappeared, to avoid a recurrent infection.
Important: Athlete's foot should be treated promptly because the condition may develop into a painful, even dangerous, secondary infection, or into a chronic nail infection. To be on the safe side, a doctor should be seen if the symptoms show up for the first time. During self-medication a doctor should definitely be consulted if the symptoms do not disappear within 1-2 weeks.
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How can l prevent athlete's foot?
Even with a complete mycological cure, some people experience recurrentinfections. This is because of re-infection rather than because the product is not effective. Measures to prevent re-infection are:
Wash hands after applying treatment or handling feet
Wash feet daily and dry carefully in between toes
Change socks, tights or stockings at least daily
Do not share towels or shoes
Wear sandals in communal sports changing rooms and showers
Avoid wearing footwear made from synthetic materials which make feet sweat, and prefer cotton socks
If at all possible, wear open-toed sandals during treatment
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Do l still have to treat after the symptoms are gone?
Yes. To avoid a recurrent infection, treatment should be continued for 2 weeks after visible symptoms have disappeared.
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On what parts of the body can l use Canesten?
Canesten is suitable for all parts of the body and is suitable for all the family because of its high safety profile.
Canesten cream is particularly suitable for local application, because small amounts of cream rubbed in facilitate the best skin penetration of theactive ingredient, clotrimazole. The spray ensures coverage of large infected areas, without bending.
It is not recommended if the skin is broken because it can cause a burning sensation. The powder is particularly useful in helping to dry sweaty feet. It is not recommended if the skin is weeping.
The solution is suitable for hard to reach areas such as between the toes.
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Gynecological Applications
What is a vulvovaginal yeast infection (thrush), what causes it and what are the symptoms?
One of the most common gynaecological infections is infection of the vulva and vagina caused by yeast fungi. Most women suffer from an infection at least once during their lives. The number and severity of symptoms can vary. The following symptoms are reported:
Itching
Vaginal discharge (sometimes cheesy)
Burning
Redness
Swelling
Other, e.g. pain during sexual intercourse
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How can l prevent the infection?
Vulvovaginal yeast infections are usually caused by Candida albicans which is often present in the vagina without inducing any symptoms. However, in the presence of certain risk factors the natural balance of the microbes resident in the vagina can be disrupted which can result in uncontrolled growth of the yeast fungus. Yet often none of these factors can be traced.
overzealous hygiene
use of contraceptives ("the Pill", diaphragm or IUD)
pregnancy
certain drugs (e.g. steroids, antibiotics)
certain diseases (e.g. diabetes, hyperthyroidism, immune disorders)
sexual activity (especially oral or anal practices) and yeast contamination of sexual partner
sugar-rich diet
tight synthetic clothing
In order to prevent recurring vulvovaginal yeast infections, the above-mentioned conditions should be taken into consideration and - if possible - should be treated by a physician.
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What is the difference between different brands, dosages, efficacy and how they work?
Different brands may contain different antifungal substances, e.g. clotrimazole as in Canesten, ketoconazole or miconazole. These substances may differ in efficacy against certain fungal species. Brands with the same active substance may differ in dosages and presentations. Canesten has been on the market for more than 25 years; it is therefore the brand with the most extensive track record in fungal infections of the skin and has proven its efficacy and safety many times over. It is supplied in various, equally effective presentations and treatment durations to suit the type and severity of the yeast infection and the patient's preference:
Canesten 1 contains 1 x 500 mg vaginal tablet or 5 g of 10% vaginal cream for 1-day treatment. This presentation offers maximum convenience to the sufferer.
Canesten 1 continues to work for days after insertion. Canesten 3 contains 3 x 200 mg vaginal tablets or 20 g of 2% vaginal cream for 3-day treatment and is ideal for patients who feel more comfortable treating themselves daily for as long as their symptoms last.
Canesten 6 contains 6 x 100 mg vaginal tablets or 35 g of 1% vaginal cream for 6-day treatment. The Canesten 6-day course is ideally suited for sufferers who feel reassured by a treatment which extends beyond the end of their symptoms.
Canesten combipacks are available containing vaginal tablets and cream in one package and provide suitable therapy for both treatment of the vagina with tablets and of the external genital region (from the vulva back to the anal region) with cream. The cream included in the combipack is also suitable for the treatment of sexual partners:
Canesten 1 combipack - with 1 vaginal tablet (500 mg) and 1% cream (20 g) for 1-day treatment.
Canesten 3 combipack - with 3 vaginal tablets (200 mg) and 1% cream (20 g) for 3-day treatment.
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Is there any interaction/interference with alcohol, oral contraceptives and other medications?
No, there is no known interaction or interference of Canesten with alcohol, oral contraceptives and other medications. Nevertheless, Canesten can affect the effectiveness and reliability of condoms and diaphragms. Therefore it should not be used with such contraceptives.
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Can I have sex while I am infected without infecting my partner and how do I treat my partner?
You may have sexual intercourse during the treatment although most couples wait until the end of treatment, at least until the symptoms disappear. In order to reduce the risk of infecting your partner you could use a condom, although you should note that the effectiveness of condoms and diaphragms is reduced by vaginal treatment. In any case, preventive treatment of the partner (e.g. with Canesten cream) can be useful and should be considered if infections occur repeatedly.
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Can I use Canesten while menstruating or pregnant?
Although Canesten is safe to treat vulvovaginal yeast infections during menstruation, the treatment should ideally not be performed during a period and should be completed before the start of a period.
Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase the risk of vulvovaginal fungal infections which should be treated immediately. Although this is aclassical condition for self-medication, it is highly recommended that pregnant women consult a physician before starting treatment.
During pregnancy it is better to use vaginal tablets because they can easily be inserted without an applicator.
This removes any possibility, however small, of injury to the foetus. Canesten itself is not known to cause any damage and can be used safely during pregnancy.
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