Antifungal Medications

• Similar to antibiotics, antifungal medications target yeast bacteria and poison it. Relief is typically experienced with these medications after two to three days. However, pregnant or nursing mothers typically will not be prescribed these medications due to the lack of medical research regarding their effects on babies.
  
  

Acidophilus

• When attempting to reduce a bacteria outbreak, helpful bacteria can be utilized to speed up the process. Acidophilus supplements are highly effective in the removal of yeast outbreaks. Moreover, this remedy is completely safe, with no adverse side effects for patients.
  
  

Gentian Violet

• Conventionally used to treat babies with thrush, and modernly encouraged for asthmatic children with an outbreak, gentian violet isolates and kills the bacteria while also dyeing the patient's mouth a bright shade of purple. Some questions have been raised about this treatment's overall safety, so patients are encouraged to speak to their health care provider before utilizing this colorful option.
  
  

Tea Tree Oil

• In a study published by Dr. Jackson Bagg in the "American Journal of Oral Oncology," it was discovered that tea tree oil was a more effective antifungal than oral medications for cancer patients with weakened immune systems. To treat a thrush outbreak with tea tree oil, combine 1/4 cup of warm water with three drops of tea tree oil and gargle. Repeat this treatment three times every day until the infection is gone.
  
  

Garlic

• According to the Mayo Clinic, "Some research has suggested that garlic may have antifungal and antibacterial properties. Garlic capsules, raw garlic or garlic paste may be beneficial." As with any internal treatment, always check with a health care provider before beginning a regimen.