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What is a substitute for cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) 2% vaginal cream?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Metronidazole : Metronidazole is an alternative vaginal cream for bv.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 6/28/2014

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