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How long does it take for metrogel for bv(bacterial vaginosis) to be completely out of your body? i just finished the 5-day treatment, when will the discharge go away?

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Dr. Karen Jones answered

A couple of days: When taking metrogel, a vaginal antibiotic to treat bacterial vaginosis, it commonly causes an odd discharge from the vagina. This is normal. It typically takes 2-3 days after finishing the Metrogel for the odd discharge to go away.

Answered 2/7/2020

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A member asked:

How long does it take for metrogel for bv(bacterial vaginosis) to be completely out of your body? i just finished the 5-day treatment, when will the discharge go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Jones answered

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