Oral Nystatin settles out of the liquid in which it is suspended. Oral Diflucan has been cleared by the FDA for use in infants older than 6 months of age. It is given once a day for 10 days to 2 weeks. If baby is getting medication through an eyedropper, wash it with hot soapy water and rinse well before replacing in the bottle of medication. Some mothers use a disposable cup and cotton swab to apply medication to the baby s mouth to avoid contamination.
Gentian violet is an effective non-prescription option.
Use a fresh cotton swab every time. A little bit of Lansinoh or PureLan can be rubbed on baby s lips prior to application to reduce staining. Some babies will suck acidophilus off mom s finger. Milk that has been expressed during an episode of thrush may harbor yeast. Freezing or refrigerating will not kill yeast in milk.