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Zidoval (Metronidazole) information
Bacterial vaginosis, or ‘BV’, is a vaginal infection that causes watery grey or white discharge with a fishy odour. It’s the most common cause of unusual vaginal discharge, and affects ⅓ of people with menstrual cycles at some point.
BV happens when you have an overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria. It’s not always clear why this happens, but potential triggers include:
- Smoking cigarettes
- Your menstrual cycle
- Unprotected sex
- Douching or over-washing
- Vaginal cleaners or deodorants
Antibiotics like Metronidazole and Clindamycin are proven to treat BV quickly and effectively by restoring vaginal bacteria to their natural balance.
Bacterial vaginosis is not a sexually transmitted infection, but it can be triggered by oral sex or vaginal contact with semen. Using condoms or other barrier methods can help to reduce the risk of developing BV after sex.
At MedExpress, we offer oral metronidazole tablets, metronidazole gel and clindamycin cream to treat bacterial vaginosis.
Gels and creams can be inserted into the vagina with an applicator for up to 7 days, and tablets can be taken twice daily for 7 days, or as a single 2g dose.
All of these antibiotic treatments are clinically proven to treat bacterial vaginosis.
Metronidazole tablets can cause side effects such as dry mouth, a change in taste, nausea and vomiting.
Side effects with metronidazole gel and clindamycin cream are uncommon. They can cause vaginal irritation and trigger thrush in some people. Abdominal discomfort and other stomach upsets have also been reported.
Metronidazole can interact with alcohol, causing you to feel very unwell. You should not drink whilst taking metronidazole tablets or using metronidazole gel and for 48 hours after the last dose.
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Dr Bryony Henderson
Dr. Bryony Henderson joins HeliosX as Medical Director for the UK and US, bringing extensive clinical operations, governance, and digital health experience from Kry/Livi and Numan. A recognised clinical voice, she has contributed to award-winning campaigns, published on health inequalities, and appeared across major national media. At HeliosX, she leads clinical governance and quality and supports the delivery of safe, innovative, scalable care.
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Adam is a doctor and advocate for increasing access to healthcare internationally. He has extensive experience in video consultations, technology-enabled examinations, remote biomarker testing, and education. He is a published author and has medical licenses in the UK, Spain and Republic of Ireland.
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MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, DRCOG, PGDip Clinical Dermatology
Safia is a GP with experience working in the NHS with a particular interest in diabetes and weight loss management. She is passionate about the power of digital healthcare and oversees our approach to patient safety and regulatory compliance.
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