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Understanding bacterial vaginosis (BV)
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Bacterial vaginosis is the most common form of vaginal infection (also called vaginitis).1
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Two other common types of vaginal infections
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BV can affect many different women |
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Women of all races2 |
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African American and Mexican women are more likely to be affected than white women. |
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Pregnant women2 |
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Treatment of BV is especially important in these women. Pregnant women with BV should discuss treatment options with their healthcare
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Teens2 |
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Both sexually active teens and those teens who do not have sex can get BV. |
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| Why it’s important to see your healthcare provider |
| Signs and symptoms of BV and the other common types of vaginal infections can overlap.1,3 That’s why it’s important to see your healthcare provider. Only he or she can accurately diagnose whether you have BV or another type of vaginal infection.
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The sooner you know you have BV, the sooner you can:
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Receive the right treatment. |
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Experience relief from your signs and symptoms. |
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Help prevent other health problems that may occur if you leave your vaginal infection untreated. |
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» Footnote References
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Clindesse® (clindamycin phosphate) Vaginal Cream, 2%, is indicated for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis in women who are not pregnant. Clindesse has not been adequately studied in pregnant women and should be used during pregnancy only as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
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See your healthcare provider in order to rule out other vaginal infections, such as yeast infection, trichomoniasis, chlamydia, and other sexually transmitted diseases, before using Clindesse.
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Do not use Clindesse if you have had a reaction to clindamycin, lincomycin, or any other Clindesse ingredients. Clindesse should not be used if you have experienced inflammation of the intestine or colon.
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| Important Safety Information |
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This cream contains mineral oil that may weaken latex or rubber products such as condoms or vaginal contraceptive diaphragms. Use of these birth control methods is not recommended during—or for 5 days following—treatment with Clindesse. During this time period, condoms may not prevent pregnancy or protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases.
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Talk to your healthcare provider if you experience diarrhea after treatment with Clindesse. Though rare, it may be indicative of colon inflammation.
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The most frequently reported Clindesse side effects were fungal vaginal infection, vulvovaginal itching, and headache.
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