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Butoconazole

Brand Names

; Femstat®-3 [OTC] ; Gynazole-1™

Foreign Brand Names

; Femstal® (Mexico)

Therapeutic Categories

Antifungal Agent, Vaginal

Reasons not to take this medicine

• If you have an allergy to butoconazole or any other part of the medicine.

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used to treat vaginal fungus (yeast) infections.

How does it work?

• Butoconazole makes the skin of the fungus (yeast) leaky. This kills the fungus (yeast).

How is it best taken?

• For vaginal use only. Do not take by mouth. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes.
• Read instructions about use. These are in the package.
• Wash your hands before and after use.
• Use a sanitary napkin or pad to prevent stains on clothing.
• Use entire prescription as directed, even if feeling better.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Apply a missed dose as soon as possible.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Return to your regular schedule.
• Do not apply a double dose or extra doses.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat; or any other symptoms involved.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
• Condoms or diaphragms may not work. They may be damaged by this medicine. Do not rely on them during use of this medicine and for 72 hours after stopping medicine.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are the common side effects of this medicine?

• Vaginal burning.

What should I monitor?

• Number of fungus (yeast) infections. If these occur often, talk with healthcare provider.
• Watch for change in symptoms. Is condition better, worse, or about the same?

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Increased irritation, redness, itching, or burning around the area.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store at room temperature.

General statements

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, herbal/supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician assistant).
• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).