Treats vaginal infection caused by bacteria.
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Metrogel-Vaginal, Fem pH, Relagard, Trimo-San, Vandazole, Metrogel, Avc, AVC, Summer's Eve Douche, Vagi-Gard Douche, Vagi-Gard Douche Maximum Strength, Operand Povidone-Iodine Douche, Povidone |
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Vaginal Antibacterials
Metrogel-Vaginal, Fem pH, Relagard, Trimo-San, Vandazole, Metrogel, Avc, AVC, Summer's Eve Douche, Vagi-Gard Douche, Vagi-Gard Douche Maximum Strength, Operand Povidone-Iodine Douche, Povidone Uses
Treats vaginal infection caused by bacteria. Storage
- Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine applicator(s), containers and any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment.
- You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
How
To Use - APPEARANCE: .
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often.
- Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
This medicine comes with patient instructions.
- Read and follow these instructions carefully.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
This medicine is to be used only in the vagina.
- Use at bedtime unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes.
- If it does get in your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with cool water.
Wash the applicator with warm, soapy water after you use it.
- If the medicine comes with disposable applicators, use each applicator only once, and then throw it away.
Side
Effects - Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
Diarrhea that may contain blood.
Menstrual-type pain.
Numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet.
Problems with urination.
Seizure.
Unusual bleeding.
Vaginal pain.
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to an antibacterial such as clindamycin (Cleocin®), lincomycin (Lincocin®), or metronidazole (MetroGel®).
- You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an intestinal disorder such as ulcerative colitis, or colitis from using antibiotics.
Missed
Dose - If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Drug
Interactions - Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
- Tell your doctor if you have any nerve disorders, liver disease, or a history of alcohol abuse.
Do not have sexual intercourse while you are using this medicine and for 3 days after your treatment ends.
If you have severe diarrhea, ask your doctor before taking any medicine to stop the diarrhea.
This medicine may leak out of your vagina during the day.
- You may wear a sanitary pad to protect your clothing, but do not use a tampon.
Keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your symptoms improve after the first few doses.
- Do not stop using the medicine if your menstrual period begins during your treatment time.
- Use sanitary pads rather than tampons.
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine.
- This medicine may affect the results of certain medical tests.
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is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions
or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular
drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional
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