Monistat 1 vs. Monistat 3 vs. Monistat 7

 

If you’re suffering from a vaginal yeast infection and looking for the most effective treatment, you may be wondering which of the Monistat vaginal cream applicators to choose.

 

In this article, I’ll explain what is the difference between Monistat 1, Monistat 3 and Monistat 7 to help you choose the most suitable option for yourself and get rid of a yeast infection for good. I’ll tell you which Monistat is the best when it comes to treating vaginal yeast infections with Monistat.

 

Monistat contains Miconazole, an antifungal compound that is very effective in treating vaginal yeast infections. You can buy Monistat with different concentrations of Miconazole and duration of treatment.

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What is Monistat 1?

 

Monistat 1 consists of one dose of 1200 mg of Miconazole nitrate and is designed for women who don’t want to wait until bedtime to start treatment.

 

This ovule adheres to vaginal walls and does not leak, so you can insert it anytime during the day (or night) and go about your day as normal, you can even exercise! Your symptoms should ease from 3 to 7 days after inserting the ovule if you see no improvement make sure you see your doctor.

 

Monistat 1 has got a whopping 38% of one-star reviews on Amazon. Due to the high dosage of Miconazole, many women experience an allergic reaction with intense burning and pain. If you think you may be sensitive to Miconazole, choose Monistat 3 or Monistat 7 instead.

 

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Ingredients: Miconazole Nitrate 1200 mg, Gelatin, Glycerin, Lecithin, Mineral Oil, Titanium Dioxide, White Petrolatum

 

What is Monistat 3?

 

If you think you should use a less concentrated treatment, choose Monistat 3. With 200mg per dose and a three-day treatment, there’s a much lower risk of developing side effects such as vaginal burning.

 

However, although it’s less concentrated, Monistat 3 has 33% of 1-star reviews on Amazon, which means that it may still be too strong for many women and cause unpleasant side effects.

 

If you don’t experience any improvement in your symptoms within 7 days from starting your treatment, seek advice from your healthcare professional.

 

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Ingredients: Miconazole nitrate 4% (200 mg in each applicatorful), benzoic acid, cetyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, polysorbate 60, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, purified water, stearyl alcohol

 

What is Monistat 7?

 

Monistat 7 offers a low concentration of Miconazole nitrate making it a perfect option for who are sensitive to Miconazole. Women also report best results when using Monistat 7, with only 18% reporting vaginal burning or no improvement in symptoms.

 

It contains 7 pre-filled applicators that are to be inserted into the vagina before bedtime for 7 consecutive nights. It’s very important to follow the treatment till the end for best results. Based on all Monistat reviews I read, Monistat 7 is by far the most effective treatment option from the above Monistat products.

 

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Ingredients: Miconazole nitrate 2% (100 mg in each applicator), benzoic acid, cetyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, polysorbate 60, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, purified water, stearyl alcohol.

Are You Sure You’ve Got a Yeast Infection?

 

The symptoms of yeast infection can be easily confused with BV or sexually transmitted diseases, such as trichomoniasis. If it’s not a yeast infection, Monistat won’t work. Before you start your Monistat treatment, it’s very important to get tested to make sure you’re not wasting your time and money.

 

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Some sexually transmitted diseases can lead to serious health complications, so they should be treated swiftly. The best way to get tested is to order an online lab-certified test. MyLabBox offers a selection of vaginal tests and they send you a test kit so you can take your swabs at home.

 

Once you send them back, in an attached prepaid envelope, you’ll have to wait for your lab-certified results between 3 to 5 days. They will arrive by email and if they’re positive, you’ll get a free consultation with a physician to help you get the best treatment. Go ahead and order your vaginal health test today!

 

Does Monistat produce any side effects?

 

Monistat rarely produces any side effects and if it does, they are usually mild. The possible side effects include:

  • mild or severe vaginal burning, stinging, swelling, itching, irritation, and redness

 

  • the appearance of pimple-like bumps

 

  • pain, or flaking of the treated skin

 

  • a headache

 

  • a frequent need to urinate

 

  • lower abdominal cramps

 

  • in case of a severe allergic reaction, you may experience rash, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue as well as fever or chills

 

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You should never use Monistat if:

 

  • you’re allergic to any of its ingredients

 

  • your symptoms haven’t been diagnosed by a doctor as a yeast infection

 

  • you suffer from diabetes or AIDS, or you’re HIV positive

 

How to use Monistat?

 

  • Insert one applicatorful into your vagina, preferably before going to bed for as many days as the label indicates.

 

  • Remember that Monistat is exclusively for the vaginal use and you should avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. If it happens, flush with cool water.

 

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  • Before starting the treatment make sure you get diagnosed by a healthcare professional. Having your vaginal swabs analyzed is the best option.

 

  • Avoid using tampons, douches, spermicides, and lubricants while you are following a Monistat treatment until all of your symptoms disappear.

 

  • Avoid vaginal sexual intercourse while you’re following Monistat treatment.

 

  • Do not use in children younger than 12 years before consulting a doctor.

 

  • Monistat can carry risks to pregnant and breastfeeding women and their babies. Discuss your treatment options with your doctor.

 

What to do if Monistat doesn’t work?

 

If you see no improvement after following a Monistat treatment, have your vaginal secretions analyzed to get properly diagnosed and rule out a different type of infection, such as bacterial vaginosis.

 

It may also turn out that you are suffering from a vaginal yeast infection caused by a yeast strain difficult to treat with OTC medications. In that case, I recommend BoriCap Boric Acid Suppositories.

 

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Boric acid is a very effective remedy, even in stubborn and recurrent yeast infection treatment. You may experience great relief in symptoms within hours from inserting a suppository. It’s a 100% natural treatment that carries a very low risk of side effects.

 

If you look at the ingredient list of any Monistat products, you’ll see they all contain potentially irritating compounds such as alcohol or propylene glycol, while BoriCap suppositories’ only ingredient is pharmaceutical grade boric acid powder.

 

Conclusion

 

All in all, if you’re suffering from a yeast infection, Monistat 7 is one of the best treatment options. It’s a very effective and fairly safe treatment option. It rarely produces side effects and your symptoms should ease within 3 to 7 days.

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I cannot stress enough how important it is to get properly diagnosed by a health professional and preferably have your vaginal swabs analyzed for an accurate diagnosis. If you decide to take Monistat without consulting a doctor, you may delay treatment of a different type of infection, such as bacterial vaginosis, making it more difficult to treat.

 

Order Your Monistat 7 Today

 

If you prefer to treat your vaginal yeast infection with a natural remedy or you see that Monistat doesn’t work, I recommend trying boric acid suppositories.

 

I’d love to hear about your experiences. Have you ever used Monistat? Did it work? Please share your comments and questions in the comment section below.

 

10 comments

  • What would you recommend for an HIV positive person with an yeast infection since monistat is contraindicated.

  • I use monistat 7 but I only use 3,coz some reason I can not get in coz my period is coming,do I’m okay to stop and containue when my period is done?

    • Hi Dareen, according to the manufacturer, Monistat can be used during your period, so you shouldn’t have interrupted your treatment. If you did, I think it would be best to start your treatment again. It’s because during your ‘treatment break’ Candida cells could have proliferated, and the remaining Monistat suppositories may not be enough to kill them. I recommend you to start a new Monistat 7 treatment, just to make sure the infection doesn’t come back anytime soon.

  • Hey ive never used this product, and my YI Is Mild, With No Ich Burn Or Swellings, im not sure which I should use??

    • Hi Amanda. If I were you, I’d go for Monistat 7, it seems to be the most effective Monistat. And make sure you follow your treatment for 7 consecutive days, even if your symptoms disappear sooner. Good luck!

  • I found them impossible to use the plastic on the medicine I had to take a knife to when I finally got it open it would not go into the applicator. I ended up putting them in manually . They would not stay in They were impossible. The only thing I could use is the cream. Thanks

  • Hi, I totally agree with your advice. I tried all three Monistats and the only one that actually cured my yeast infection was Monistat 7. The other two didn’t give me any side effects but they didn’t work at all, so in future I’ll always go for Monistat 7.

    • Thanks for commenting Marge, it seems that the length of treatment and the low dosage of miconazole work better than a large dose applied only 1 – 3 times.

      • Can you use Monistat 7 after Monistat 3 doesn’t work?!

        • Hi Karen, if Monistat 3 didin’t work it may be because you need a longer treatment, in which case Monistat 7 is a great choice. It may be the case that you’ve got a yeast infection caused by a Candida strain that is not Candida albicans (for example Candida glabrata immune to conventional antifungal treatment). If Monistat 7 doesn’t work you may want to try boric acid suppositories as they’re effective against a variety of Candida strains.

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