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Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis is a change in the usual balance of bacteria in the vagina. It can cause thin, greyish-white, watery vaginal discharge and a strong fishy smell.

Flagyl Er

Metronidazole

200mg · 400mg

Metronidazole extended-release tablets for bacterial vaginosis. The slow-release form keeps the medicine working steadily.

From$0.46/ tabletView

Secnidazole Tablets

Secnidazole

1g

Secnidazole tablets for bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. It damages the DNA of the microbes causing the infection.

From$8.49/ tabletView

Key points

  • Not an STI: bacterial vaginosis is not classed as a sexually transmitted infection.
  • Sexual activity can trigger bacterial vaginosis or pass it on.
  • Symptoms may be absent, so not everyone with bacterial vaginosis notices a change.

Medicines listed for Bacterial Vaginosis

The listed tablet products contain Metronidazole, Secnidazole or tinidazole. Each belongs to the antibiotic class. The catalogue groups these products with bacterial vaginosis, which can include vaginal discharge.

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