Canesten 2% Cream

What is Canesten 2% Cream?

Canesten 2% cream is an antifungal medication that is used to treat extreme irritation caused by fungal infections of the vagina. The cream specifically provides relief from symptoms of vaginal thrush that irritates the vulva.

How Does Canesten 2% Cream Work?

Vaginal thrush is an infection that is caused by an overgrowth of yeast. Candida albicans is a yeast that lives naturally in the bowel and some small portions in the vagina. However, when the numbers start increasing, the yeast begins to become harmful. Factors such as menopause, pregnancy, use of perfumed soap, contraceptive pills or certain antibiotics, poor health, tight clothing among others create a perfect environment for thrush to thrive.

However, Canesten 2% cream works by inhibiting the growth of the fungus that causes the infection. As a result, the fungi are unable to reproduce or thrive in the body, thus it eventually dies and the symptoms are relieved.

What Does Canesten 2% Cream Treat?

• Vaginal candidiasis
• Unusual vagina discharge
• Thrush symptoms