Cleocin.com — Causes of bacterial vaginosis




	The vagina normally contains bacteria. Most of them are not harmful, but some are. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) results when there are more harmful bacteria in the vagina than there should be. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) don't know why this happens, but they do know that any woman can get BV. Some things can upset the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina. These increase a woman's risk of getting BV. Common ways women may get BV: Having a new sex partner Having more than one sex partner Using a douche Using an IUD (intrauterine device) for birth control You cannot get BV from: Toilet seats Bedding Swimming pools Touching things around you Sexual activity and BV Women who are not sexually active are not likely to get BV. Even though sexual activity increases risk, researchers do not know if something that causes BV is actually transmitted sexually between a man and a woman. It is known however, that BV may be transmitted from one woman to another through sexual contact. Ways to help prevent BV Learn more about safe sex practices.

Important Safety Information

CLEOCIN Vaginal Ovules are used to treat infections of the vagina caused by bacteria. It should only be used by women who are not pregnant. No studies have been done to see if it is safe to use in pregnant women.

Most women found the drug easy to take. The most common side effects were itching, discharge, and pain around and in the vagina. Some women got yeast infections.

CLEOCIN Vaginal Ovules is not for use in women who have an allergy to this kind of antibiotic. It should not be used for those who have had colitis or some other kinds of digestive problems.

Women who have loose stools after they take CLEOCIN Vaginal Ovules should be checked for colitis.

Women who are taking CLEOCIN Vaginal Ovules should not have vaginal sex during treatment. They should not use vaginal products such as tampons or douche at this time. And they should not use latex or rubber birth control products for 3 days after treatment. CLEOCIN can weaken the latex and rubber.

*Lack of odor and discharge.

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