Been getting a lot of itching and discharge, someone at home suggested clotrimazole cream. Im 5 months and dont want to use anything without knowing, planning to ask my doc but wanted to hear if anyone used it.
I had thyroid during my pregnancy so I was already on regular meds and had to follow up with my doc constantly. When I got a vaginal infection, I didn't self-medicate at all. I asked my gynac during my regular checkup and she prescribed a safe clotrimazole cream, so please ask your doctor first.
Instead of buying different medicines from the pharmacy and wasting money, it's best to show your doctor first so they write the exact correct tube. Hospital visits and tests are already so expensive, we shouldn't spend extra on wrong self-medications. My doctor prescribed a very pocket-friendly clotrimazole ointment that cleared it up quickly.
When I had an infection, my gynac at Max hospital gave me a specific brand of clotrimazole cream. But honestly, you should call your hospital's coordinator or doctor first before applying anything. They are very responsive and will guide you on the exact safe application.
Yes, clotrimazole is usually what doctors prescribe for itching or fungal infection during pregnancy, but please don't buy it over the counter. Just give a quick call to your clinic or ask your gynac in the next visit. Meanwhile, keep the area dry and wear loose cotton panties, that works wonders.
I had a terrible yeast infection in my second trimester and my doctor prescribed clotrimazole cream. It worked really well and my toddler is perfectly healthy today, so don't worry too much. Just make sure you get the green light from your own doctor before using it.
