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Terazol Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Terazol (terconazole) Vaginal Cream or Suppository is used to treat vaginal candida (yeast) infections. It is an antifungal medication. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include headache, increased vaginal/urethral burning/itching/pain, or menstrual cramps.
One full applicator of Terazol 7 Vaginal Cream (20 mg terconazole) is used intravaginally once daily at bedtime for seven days. One full applicator of Terazol 3 Vaginal Cream (40 mg terconazole) is used intravaginally once daily for three days. One Terazol 3 Vaginal Suppository (80 mg terconazole) is used intravaginally once daily for three days. Terazol may interact with other vaginal creams or douches. Other medications may also interact with Terazol vaginal. Talk to your doctor before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products. During pregnancy, Terazol should be used only when prescribed. Pregnant women should use extra care when using the vaginal applicator. The Canadian manufacturer does not recommend using this product during the first 3 months of pregnancy. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk and the effect on a nursing infant is unknown. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Our Terazol (terconazole) Vaginal Cream Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.
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Terazol Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
TERAZOL®7 (terconazole) Vaginal Cream 0.4%, TERAZOL®3 (terconazole) Vaginal Cream 0.8% and TERAZOL®3 (terconazole) Vaginal Suppositories 80 mg are indicated for the local treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis (moniliasis). As these products are effective only for vulvovaginitis caused by the genus Candida, the diagnosis should be confirmed by KOH smears and/or cultures.
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Terazol Patient Information: Side Effects
If you experience an allergic reaction (swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; shortness of breath; or hives), stop using terconazole vaginal and seek emergency medical attention.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur including vaginal burning or itching, irritation of the skin, and an increased need to urinate. Talk to your doctor if these side effects persist or seem excessive.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effe...
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What is Consumer information?
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Terazol Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Terconazole reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is an azole antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using terconazole, and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions regarding the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
This product is for vaginal use only. Was...
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