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I was diagnosed with a uti and got an antibiotic prescription. i also have bv which the metronidazole gel usp, 1% was prescribed, however it says its for topical use only? how does that cure it if it is not for intravaginal use?

Q: i was diagnosed with a uti and got an antibiotic prescription. i also have bv which the metronidazole gel usp, 1% was prescribed, however it says its for topical use only? how does that cure it if it is not for intravaginal use?

: In this case, "topical" means not to take it by mouth. It's intended for use in the vagina.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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In this case, "topical" means not to take it by mouth. It's intended for use in the vagina.

Answered 6/9/2023

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with a uti and got an antibiotic prescription. i also have bv which the metronidazole gel usp, 1% was prescribed, however it says its for topical use only? how does that cure it if it is not for intravaginal use?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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