Canesten® helps you feel comfortable again so you can get on with your life. Canesten® is Australia's #1 thrush treatment brand*. CanesOral® Oral Capsule is an effective single dose (one capsule) treatment for vaginal thrush.
The oral treatment offers a discreet and convenient option for women who are on the go. It contains one oral capsule which contains 150 mg of fluconazole.
Important:CanesOral should not be used during pregnancy as it contains fluconazole. Vaginal tablets (pessaries) may be the most suitable option during pregnancy, but you should consult your doctor before using any treatment.
How do I know it’s thrush?
6 main symptoms:
Itching
Swelling
Redness
Unusual discharge
Burning
Soreness
Thrush doesn't usually change the pH level and has no odour.
No Stress!
It may feel uncomfortable, butthere’s no need to be scared. Thrush is not an STI or a serious condition and in most cases it can be treated easily and effectively.It is also normal and very common– 3 in 4 women suffer from it at least once during their lifetime and it’s not caused by a lack of hygiene.
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Convenient
Choose a Canesten® product that suits your needs. Available in various easy-to-use formats.
Effective
Gets to the root of the infection and relieves symptoms
Reliable
Effectiveness based on decades of science and innovation
Convenient
Choose a Canesten® product that suits your needs. Available in various easy-to-use formats.
Effective
Gets to the root of the infection and relieves symptoms
Reliable
Effectiveness based on decades of science and innovation
Convenient
Choose a Canesten® product that suits your needs. Available in various easy-to-use formats.
Choose your treatment
Across the range of Canesten® thrush products, all treatments work equally well to treat an infection. We offer effective solutions to suit different lifestyles and preferences.Choose the option that suits you best:
Combi Pack contains internal treatment & external cream, useful when external symptoms on your vulva stand in your way. Choose Single Pack(only internal treatment) when no external itching or burning annoys you.
Different dosage to suit your preference:1 daytreatments are convenient and effective,3 daytreatments allow you to feel the product take effect during treatment and6 daytreatments are recommended for those who prefer to treat for longer or experience repeat episodes of thrush.
Choose from vaginal or oral administration: oral capsule, soothing internal cream or vaginal pessary.
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Canesten® Vaginal pH Self Test helps you diagnose common vaginal infections like thrush or BV.
Treat Thrush
Choose the Canesten® product that best suits your lifestyle & needs to get effective treatment from thrush and its symptoms.
Thrush: what are the risk factors?
Yeast and bacteria are naturally present in your vagina. Thrush occurs when the level of Candida albicans increases. There are times when you're more prone to thrush:
Yeast and bacteria are naturally present in your vagina. Thrush occurs when the level of Candida albicans increases. There are times when you're more prone to thrush:
With medical conditions such as diabetes
In pregnancy, especially during the third trimester
When you have a weakened immune system
When you're on your period
When taking certain medications
With medical conditions such as diabetes
In pregnancy, especially during the third trimester
When you have a weakened immune system
When you're on your period
When taking certain medications
With medical conditions such as diabetes
Thrush: how can I prevent it?
If you're worried that thrush will come back or you suffer from recurring symptoms, there are a few things you can try:
Wipe from front to back after going to the toilet
Wear cotton underwear and change regularly, especially after exercise
Change your tampons or pads frequently
Avoid indulging in very hot bubble baths
Avoid stress and maintain a healthy diet free from high-sugar food
Avoid perfumed products in and around your intimate area
Wipe from front to back after going to the toilet
Wear cotton underwear and change regularly, especially after exercise
Change your tampons or pads frequently
Avoid indulging in very hot bubble baths
Avoid stress and maintain a healthy diet free from high-sugar food
Avoid perfumed products in and around your intimate area
Wipe from front to back after going to the toilet
Don't let thrush hold you back
Take control of thrush symptoms, free from worry and discomfort.
Don’t miss a thing – let Canesten® help you enjoy all the quality time life brings.
Men can get thrush, too
It’s less common than in women, but men can also suffer from thrush symptoms
Although it’s not an STI, it can be passed back and forth during sex. Foreskin constriction, a weakened immune system, antibiotics or diabetes may make men more susceptible.
For over 40 years, Canesten® has been helping women around the world
Canesten helps women understand, prevent and treat their intimate conditions, so that they feel comfortable in their skin.