Do Steroids Give You Thrush

Drugs such as prednisone, inhaled corticosteroids, or antibiotics that disturb the natural balance of microorganisms in your body can increase your risk of oral thrush.

How do you prevent thrush when taking steroids?

To prevent thrush, rinse out your mouth and gargle with water after using an inhaler, says Leftwich. You can also reduce your risk of developing thrush by using a spacer with your inhaled steroids. “A spacer is a chamber — a tube — that spreads out the medication and slows it down,” explains Leftwich.

Why have I suddenly got thrush?

What causes thrush? Your vagina naturally has a certain amount of yeast. Thrush is caused by the growth of too much yeast. You are more likely to get thrush if you have recently taken antibiotics, you have diabetes or your immune system is weakened (for example, because you have HIV).