Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while using clotrimazole for thrush - Brand name: Canesten

Clotrimazole for thrush and pregnancy

Clotrimazole pessaries and internal and external cream are generally considered safe to use during pregnancy.

Clotrimazole for thrush and breastfeeding

It’s OK to use clotrimazole pessaries and internal and external creams while you’re breastfeeding. It's very unlikely that any will get into your breast milk.

When using clotrimazole for thrush products, wash your hands after you have used them, and before picking up your baby.

If you have any other concerns about your baby, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, health visitor or midwife

Clotrimazole and fertility

There is no evidence that clotrimazole for thrush affects fertility in men or women.

Find out more about how clotrimazole for thrush can affect you and your baby on the Best Use of Medicines in Pregnancy (BUMPS) website.