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Is it true that metro gel is not as effective as the metronidazole oral for bv? im breastfeeding and would rather take the vagina gel?

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

Metrogel: Metro gel can be used for treatment of BV and hopefully you don’t have much problem in using it correctly. If symptoms persist then consider getting examination done by a physician.

Answered 6/20/2020

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A member asked:

Is it true that metro gel is not as effective as the metronidazole oral for bv? im breastfeeding and would rather take the vagina gel?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

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