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Does the antibiotic minocycline cure bv? also am worried about the scary side effects that happen when used for a long period of time, taking for acne
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See below: Not among the recommended antibiotics and likely would not be effective. However, in non-pregnant women, BV resolves on its own in 1/3 of patients.
Answered 8/2/2018
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No: Bv is a synergistic infection involving gardnerella and a number of other bacteria. It is treated with Metronidazole oral or intravaginal treatment. Tinidazole and Clindamycin are alternatives. Oral and intravaginal probiotics containing lactobacilli can help. Recurrent disease is related to colonization of your sex partner, inconsistant condom use. Minocycline is not a rx for bv.
Answered 5/21/2018
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