{"id":6358,"date":"2019-10-29T09:00:59","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=6358"},"modified":"2026-09-14T16:54:55","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T20:54:55","slug":"yeast-infection-from-antibiotics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/yeast-infection-from-antibiotics\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prevent a yeast infection from antibiotics"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics for bacteria-caused infections of the throat, sinuses, or skin. Antibiotics are effective in controlling bacterial growth during an infection, but they also have the ability to disrupt the body\u2019s balance of helpful bacteria as well. As a result, some antibiotics may increase the risk of someone developing a vaginal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/yeast-infection-treatment-and-medications\">yeast infection<\/a> due to the overgrowth of yeast. In this article, learn about how antibiotics can cause a yeast infection, how to prevent them, and treatment options recommended by healthcare providers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/lp\/1\"><b>RELATED: See our best drug prices<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-antibiotics-cause-a-yeast-infection\">Can antibiotics cause a yeast infection?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, it is possible to get a vaginal yeast infection (vulvovaginal candidiasis) while taking a course of antibiotics. Antibiotics have the potential to disrupt the balance of your microbiome, which includes the healthy bacteria responsible for keeping yeast (<i>Candida<\/i> fungus) growth in check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/skin-yeast-infection\/\">on the skin<\/a> and vaginal canal.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckmanuals.com\/professional\/gynecology-and-obstetrics\/vaginitis-cervicitis-and-pelvic-inflammatory-disease\/candidal-vaginitis\">symptoms of a yeast infection<\/a> may include white vaginal discharge that looks like cottage cheese, burning during urination, swelling and redness around the vaginal area and vulva, and pain and soreness during sexual intercourse.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Most women will develop a yeast infection at some point in their lives. About 70% of women may<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK459317\/\"> experience a vaginal yeast infection in their lifetime<\/a>, and between 10% and 30% of women experience yeast infections due to antibiotics. Ninety percent of vaginal yeast infections are caused by a type of fungus called <i>Candida albicans<\/i>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-antibiotics-increase-the-risk-of-yeast-infections\">Why do antibiotics increase the risk of yeast infections?<\/h2>\n<p>A woman\u2019s vagina maintains its own balanced mix of yeast and bacteria. \u201cAntibiotics can destroy bacteria that protect the vagina or may alter the balance of bacteria present,\u201d says Janelle Luk, MD, medical director and co-founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.generationnextfertility.com\/\">Generation Next Fertility<\/a> in New York, New York.<\/p>\n<p>She explains that a type of bacteria called <i>Lactobacillus<\/i> keeps the vagina slightly acidic, which keeps vaginal infections at bay. Antibiotics can affect the bad bacteria causing your illness, but they also wipe out beneficial bacteria, including <i>Lactobacillus<\/i>. This makes the vaginal environment less acidic, encouraging the growth of yeast.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"which-antibiotics-are-most-likely-to-cause-a-yeast-infection\">Which antibiotics are most likely to cause a yeast infection?<\/h2>\n<p>Any antibiotic can disrupt normal bacterial balance, but some antibiotics are more prone to causing yeast infections than others. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ama-assn.org\/public-health\/prevention-wellness\/what-doctors-want-patients-know-about-preventing-yeast-infections\">Broad-spectrum antibiotics<\/a> (antibiotics that work against a wide range of bacteria) are most likely to throw off your body\u2019s natural bacterial balance. Examples of broad-spectrum antibiotics include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Penicillins (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/amoxicillin\">amoxicillin<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Carbapenems (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/imipenem-cilastatin\">imipenem<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tetracycline-hcl\">Tetracyclines<\/a> (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/doxycycline-hyclate\">doxycycline<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Quinolones (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/ciprofloxacin-hcl\">ciprofloxacin<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sometimes, other medicines can increase the risk of yeast infections. For example, some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/inhaled-corticosteroids\">inhaled steroid treatments<\/a> for asthma, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/pulmicort\">Pulmicort<\/a> (budesonide), can increase the risk of an oral yeast infection, called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/oral-thrush-treatment-and-medications\">thrush<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"who-is-most-at-risk\">Who is most at risk?<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to being female, the following <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/candidiasis\/risk-factors\/index.html\">risk factors<\/a> can increase the likelihood of developing a yeast infection due to antibiotic use:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A weakened immune system<\/li>\n<li>A history of recurrent yeast infections<\/li>\n<li>Use of hormonal contraceptives, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/resources\/birth-control\">birth control pills<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy<\/li>\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-after-starting-antibiotics-can-a-yeast-infection-develop\">How long after starting antibiotics can a yeast infection develop?<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cA yeast infection can develop within several days of starting an antibiotic, later in the course, or shortly after treatment ends,\u201d says Michelle Kavall, FNP-C, nurse practitioner and founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/longevitepalmbeach.com\/\">Long\u00e9vit\u00e9 Palm Beach<\/a> in Boca Raton, Florida. \u201cThere is no fixed timeline,\u201d she adds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes yeast infections can happen well after your antibiotic course has ended, shares Furhan Qureshi, MD, internal medicine physician and founder of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thenoormd.com\/\">Noor Esthetique and Wellness Center<\/a> in Sterling, Virginia. \u201cAntibiotic-associated fungal infections can occur within just a few days, up to at least one or two weeks after antibiotics are completed,\u201d he says.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-first-signs-and-symptoms-of-a-yeast-infection\">What are the first signs and symptoms of a yeast infection?<\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;The first signs and symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection can include itching and irritation, swelling, soreness, redness, or small skin cracks,&#8221; Kavall says. &#8220;You may also notice burning, especially during urination or sex,&#8221; she shares.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A common sign of a yeast infection is thick, white, creamy discharge, but this can look different between patients. \u201cAlthough the discharge may also be thin or minimal, usually with little or no strong odor,\u201d Kavall explains.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that some symptoms common with yeast infections, like <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/3963-bacterial-vaginosis\">white discharge<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/pubs\/afp\/issues\/2015\/1101\/p778-s1.html\">burning with urination<\/a>, may have other causes, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/bacterial-vaginosis-symptoms\">Bacterial vaginosis (BV)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/uti-symptoms\">Urinary tract infections (UTIs)<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/afp\/2025\/1100\/vaginitis\">trichomoniasis<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing symptoms, seek medical advice from a healthcare professional to get evaluated and discuss appropriate treatments.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/yeast-infection-vs-uti\"><b>How can I tell if I have a UTI or a yeast infection?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-prevent-a-yeast-infection-while-taking-antibiotics\">How to prevent a yeast infection while taking antibiotics<\/h2>\n<p>First and foremost, you should know that the benefits of antibiotics far outweigh the risk of side effects. Even though antibiotics might increase the risk of yeast infections, it is still important to take the medication your healthcare provider prescribed to fully treat a bacterial infection. Failure to finish an antibiotic prescription can lead to something called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/antibiotic-stewardship\/\">antibiotic resistance<\/a>. This means that your bacterial infection might become resistant to the drug and much more difficult to cure.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/finish-antibiotics\/\"><b>What happens if you don\u2019t finish antibiotics?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>However, it is possible to help prevent some antibiotic side effects, including yeast infection, with these tips from Dr. Luk:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Avoid hot tubs or hot baths because yeast thrives in warm environments<\/li>\n<li>Wear loose clothing<\/li>\n<li>Change out of wet bathing suits or underwear right away, as moisture allows yeast to grow<\/li>\n<li>Skip douches<\/li>\n<li>Avoid vaginal deodorant products such as sprays, powders, or scented pads and tampons<\/li>\n<li>Wear breathable cotton underwear\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Ask your healthcare provider if you should take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2309-608X\/11\/11\/779\">probiotics<\/a> to replenish beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome, or eat more probiotic-rich foods, for example, yogurt<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Your healthcare provider may also prescribe \u201can antifungal pill called Diflucan (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/fluconazole\">fluconazole<\/a>) to take concurrently with your antibiotic prescription,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rebeccaberensmd.com\/\">Rebecca Berens<\/a>, MD, owner of Vida Family Medicine in Houston, Texas.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/diflucan\">Diflucan coupons<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Luk says it\u2019s good to preemptively speak with your healthcare provider about a Diflucan prescription if you experience yeast infections often. If Diflucan doesn\u2019t work, another solution could be to use over-the-counter (OTC) vaginal creams, suppositories, or ointments such as Monistat (miconazole).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/monistat-complete-care\">Monistat coupons<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-you-treat-a-yeast-infection-without-stopping-your-antibiotics\">Can you treat a yeast infection without stopping your antibiotics?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, you can treat a yeast infection without stopping your antibiotics. \u201cWhat&#8217;s most important, in my opinion, is that the patient continue their antibiotic course and not let the fear of an opportunistic yeast infection prevent them from getting their bacterial infection treated,\u201d Dr. Qureshi says. \u201cWe can always treat for a yeast infection during the antibiotic course,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen appropriate, antifungal treatment can be given while the patient continues a necessary antibiotic,\u201d says Kavall. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/std\/treatment-guidelines\/candidiasis.htm\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&#8217;s (CDC&#8217;s) 2021 guidelines<\/a> recommend OTC and prescription azole antifungals (such as fluconazole) for vaginal yeast infections. Though topical azole antifungals don\u2019t have many <a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f38c7e1d-2439-4b3b-8be8-60b2d8e61ce5\">drug-drug interactions<\/a>, there are some antibiotics that may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/fluconazole-interactions\/\">interact with oral fluconazole<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Fluconazole is a cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A4 inhibitor, and it can prolong the QT interval of the heart rhythm. This drug can interact with fluoroquinolone antibiotics (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/ciprofloxacin-hcl\">ciprofloxacin<\/a>) and macrolide antibiotics (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/azithromycin\">azithromycin<\/a>), among other medications.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Always continue taking your antibiotics as prescribed unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise. In most cases, yeast infections can be treated alongside antibiotic use. Talk to your healthcare provider if you notice any symptoms of yeast infections while on antibiotics. Review your full medication and supplement list so they can recommend treatments that minimize interactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-to-see-a-healthcare-provider\">When to see a healthcare provider<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cPatients should receive immediate medical evaluation for fever, chills, significant pelvic pain, nausea, vomiting, sores, foul-smelling discharge, abnormal bleeding, difficulty swallowing, rapidly worsening swelling, or severe illness,\u201d Kavall advises. She says patients who are pregnant, have certain health conditions, or who are taking other medications may require more careful treatment selection. \u201cPatients with a first episode, uncertain symptoms, recurrent infections, or treatment failure should be evaluated instead of repeatedly self-treating,\u201d she adds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-bottom-line\">The bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>Antibiotics are a common culprit behind vaginal yeast infections. Preventive measures like wearing cotton underwear and avoiding scented feminine hygiene products can help reduce your risk. If you experience symptoms that might be a yeast infection, consult a healthcare professional for treatment advice.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"how-soon-can-antibiotics-cause-a-yeast-infection\">How soon can antibiotics cause a yeast infection?<\/h3>\n<p>Antibiotics can increase your risk of developing a yeast infection within days of starting the medication, up to a couple of weeks after stopping them.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"can-probiotics-prevent-yeast-infections\">Can probiotics prevent yeast infections?<\/h3>\n<p>Certain probiotics may be used to prevent and treat infections, but current <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0002937826000165\">published research isn\u2019t strong enough<\/a> to support their benefit over conventional treatments. Check with a healthcare provider if you are considering probiotic use.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"should-i-stop-taking-antibiotics-if-i-develop-a-yeast-infection\">Should I stop taking antibiotics if I develop a yeast infection?<\/h3>\n<p>No, you should continue taking your antibiotic medication as prescribed. If you develop a yeast infection, seek medical care from your healthcare provider for a full evaluation and to discuss your treatment options.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics for bacteria-caused infections of the throat, sinuses, or skin. Antibiotics are effective in controlling bacterial growth during an infection, but they also have the ability to disrupt the body\u2019s balance of helpful bacteria as well. 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