No, it’s antifungal. Thrush is a fungal infection, not a bacterial infection and therefore an antibiotic would be ineffective at treating the condition.

It comes in 50 mg, 150 mg, and 200 mg capsules however for over the counter treatment of thrush, only 150mg strength is appropriate.

In women, thrush can cause swelling around the genitals with general irritation and itchiness. It can also cause a cottage-cheese like creamy white discharge from the vagina. If men are affected, it usually presents as redness and irritation around the top of the penis, as well as discharge. For both sexes, the inflammation can lead to a burning sensation when urinating.

Orlistat can be used as an effective weight loss aid. However, it should always be used alongside a low-fat, reduced-calorie diet and exercise.

Candida albicans is the name of the yeast which causes thrush. It is found naturally in the body, meaning anyone can get thrush. The reason why it becomes activated for some and not others is not yet determined. Thrush can be more common in diabetics, pregnant women and those taking antibiotics.