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Don’t ignore your symptoms
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Ignoring your symptoms can lead to many problems, from delayed relief to other complications.1 Many women mistakenly assume that changes in their vaginal discharge are caused by a yeast infection. It is important to remember that since yeast infections are not the most common vaginal infection, there is a good chance that you have another type of vaginal infection. Yeast infection medications don’t work to treat bacterial vaginosis, so you shouldn’t just rely on an over-the-counter (OTC) yeast infection treatment at the first sign of symptoms.2
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| Why take chances? Talk to your healthcare provider about the symptoms you may be experiencing. They can properly diagnose and treat you and help get you back to normal.
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| Comparison of the most common vaginal infections |
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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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