If you are suffering from yeast infection of the vagina then antibiotics may not offer you permanent relief that you want.
It may be much easier to cure a yeast infection at home using simple ingredients that we use on a daily basis.
Even if you are experiencing this infection for the first time you can begin the treatment with home remedies.
Of course you will have to first make sure that you are indeed having vaginal yeast infection by visiting a doctor.
Confirmation of problem with a doctor is important because many other vaginal ailments have similar symptoms.
For example bacteria vaginosis also has similar symptoms.
Your doctor may prescribe oral and topical antibiotics like clidamycin or tetracycline for this problem.
However you can always discuss the matter in detail and explain your intentions of going for a home remedy.
Even over the counter products do not cure a yeast infection permanently.
Products like femanol may reduce the vaginal odor but they don't offer permanent relief for the problem.
This is because most of the antibiotics and over the counter products just suppress the symptoms for a brief period of time.
There are several ways to cure this infection at home.
The easiest one is using garlic for application on the vaginal skin.
You may also orally eat raw garlic.
Garlic has excellent anti bacteria and anti fungal properties.
Another item found in homes that works very well is home made curd.
Again you can eat a cup of curd every day to get good results.
Alternately you can apply the curd to the vagina when you go to bed using a tampon.
Probiotic drinks also offer an excellent way to cure a yeast infection at home.
There are several excellent products available in the market that can be purchased and used on a regular basis.