Bacterial Vaginosis

Metronidazole 500 mg orally 2 times/day for 7 days

OR

Metronidazole gel 0.75% one full applicator (5 g) intravaginally, once daily for 5 days

OR

Clindamycin cream 2% one full applicator (5 g) intravaginally at bedtime for 7 days

Clindamycin 300 mg orally 2 times/day for 7 days

OR

Clindamycin ovules 100 mg intravaginally once at bedtime for 3 days*

OR

Secnidazole 2 g oral granules in a single dose†

OR

Tinidazole 2 g orally once daily for 2 days or Tinidazole 1 g orally once daily for 5 days

* Clindamycin ovules use an oleaginous base that might weaken latex or rubber products (e.g., condoms and diaphragms). Use of such products within 72 hours after treatment with clindamycin ovules is not recommended.

† Oral granules should be sprinkled onto unsweetened applesauce, yogurt, or pudding before ingestion. A glass of water can be taken after administration to aid in swallowing.