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I was prescribed metronidazole for bv and azithromycin. i have a cottage cheese like discharge now ? should i have taken the pill after the gel ?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Should not matter: Finish the treatment that you have been given, then allow 1-2 weeks for your symptoms to hopefully subside. However, if after this period, if you are still significantly bothered by discharge described above, then contact your health care provider

Answered 1/12/2021

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A member asked:

I was prescribed metronidazole for bv and azithromycin. i have a cottage cheese like discharge now ? should i have taken the pill after the gel ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

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