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I have bacterial vaginosis, i was suggested to take metronidazol but im already taking another antibiotic for my kidney infection, cyprofloxacine.

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Dr. Chirag Vasa answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes : Metronidazole is the choice of bacterial vaginosis treatment. If you have it than take as per your physician prescription

Answered 6/28/2014

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