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Vaginal yeast infections are aggravating and uncomfortable. Luckily, there are a variety of over-the-counter medications that you can use to treat most yeast infections. Monistat is one popular option that you can insert directly into your vagina to treat the problem at the source. Depending on your individual needs and preferences, you can get Monistat as a 1, 3, or 7-day treatment. Talk to your doctor before you use Monistat, especially if you’ve never had a yeast infection before.