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Zithromax treatment for bv in women?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No: That's not the appropriate treatment for bv. Bv is usually treated with Metronidazole or clindamycin.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/1/2023

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