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	Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the name of a condition in women where the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina is upset. Too much of the wrong kind of bacteria can result in an unusual discharge, odor, pain, itching, or burning. Most of the time, the worst thing about BV is the discomfort caused by its symptoms. However, you need to get treatment, because there are some serious risks that you should know about. How do I know it's not a yeast infection? Only your healthcare professional (HCP) can tell for sure if you have bacterial vaginosis (BV). When your HCP examines you for possible BV, he or she may take a sample of your vaginal fluid with a swab. If test results show that there is a shift in the normal balance of bacteria in your vagina, you may have BV. Another sign of BV is a strong odor. Learn more about the symptoms of BV. You need to see a HCP to treat BV When you talk to your HCP, you should know that there are different treatments that can be prescribed. Both local and systemic treatments are available. A treatment that is fast, clean, and easy might make having BV a little less unpleasant. Ask your HCP about Cleocin^® Vaginal Ovules (clindamycin phosphate vaginal suppositories). Risks linked to bacterial vaginosis (BV) BV can make you more likely to get human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) if you are exposed to the HIV virus BV can make women with HIV more likely to pass HIV to a sex partner BV can increase your chance of getting pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) after an abortion or a hysterectomy BV may create problems for pregnant women Your child could be born too early, which can cause other serious problems Your child could have a low birth weight (less than 5 pounds) BV can make you more likely to get chlamydia or gonorrhea See your HCP BV can sometimes clear up by itself. But if you have symptoms, you should see your HCP for treatment. This can help you avoid some of the risks listed above.

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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