Cleocin Vaginal Ovules should only be placed in the vagina. Do not put them in your mouth or anus. One ovule should be used each day for 3 days. The best time to insert them is right before bedtime.

A prescription of Cleocin Vaginal Ovules comes with 3 ovules and a plastic applicator. You can use the applicator to insert the ovules, or you can use your finger.

To use the applicator:

1. Take one of the ovules out of its package.
2. The applicator has a plunger in one end. Pull it out about 1 inch.
3. Put the ovule in the open end of the applicator just far enough so it stays in place.
4. Gently insert the ovule and applicator into your vagina as far as you can without causing discomfort. Do this while either:
1. lying on your back with your knees bent, or
2. standing with your feet apart and your knees bent.
5. While holding the applicator, push in the plunger until it stops.
6. Take the applicator out of your vagina. The ovule should stay in your vagina.
7. Pull the plunger out of the applicator all the way. Wash both parts with soap and warm water, then rinse and dry them. Put the plunger back in the applicator and keep it in a clean, dry place.
8. The ovule melts inside your vagina. Lie down as soon as you can to help keep the medicine from leaking out.

Follow these instructions each night for 3 nights.

If you don't want to use the applicator, you can use your finger to gently push the ovule into your vagina as far up as it will comfortably go.