Hello, I am about 5 weeks pregnant and I have symptoms of vaginitis, can I take a treatment like canesten?

Good morning, ma'am,

Yes, Canesten cream is one of the first-line treatments for vaginitis recommended during pregnancy. It is preferable to choose a 6-day treatment, which allows you to use lower doses and thus limit the undesirable effects such as irritation

Thus, you can use clotrimazole 1% cream (Canesten) and apply the contents of an applicator in the vagina at bedtime for 6 days. It is also recommended to apply the cream on the external intimate parts twice a day for a better effectiveness of the treatment

You should see an improvement in your symptoms in 2 to 3 days and complete healing after 1 week. If symptoms persist or reappear within 2 months of treatment, you should seek medical attention.

Have a good Sunday and don't hesitate if you have any other questions!

Lucie, pharmacist