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Balance Activ BV Gel 5ml
What is Balance activ BV gel?
Balance Activ BV gel can provide clinically proven relief from the vaginal discharge, odour and discomfort associated with bacterial vaginosis (BV). It’s a naturally working alternative that works.
Balance Activ multi-action treatment gel and pessaries restore and preserve the natural pH balance in the vagina, effectively relieving BV. .
How to order Balance activ BV gel online
You can use our online pharmacy service to buy Balance activ BV gel online in the uk, simply add them to your bag and checkout.
What is bacterial vaginosis?
Bacterial vaginosis is a common problem faced by many women. BV is caused by an upset to the natural balance of bacteria that is found in the vagina and is common cause of unusual vaginal discharge. It is important to note BV is not a sexually transmitted infection (STI) but left untreated it can increase the risk of getting an STI and if you are pregnant there is a small chance it can cause premature birth or even miscarriage.
It's common for BV to keep coming back, with 50-80% of women who have BV, having another bout of BV at least once within the following 12 months. If it is constantly recurring you may need a doctor to take a swab of your vaginal discharge. If you have a copper coil for contraception they may suggest removing it, to see if this helps. If you have a same-sex partner they may also need treatment even if they have no symptoms. Recurring BV can be successfully treated with antiobiotics.
BV can be treated with oral antiobiotics or vaginal gels, it is important to complete the course to prevent antiobiotic resistance and make sure all of the bacteria responsible for BV is gone, which can help prevent recurrance.
BV is commonly confused with thrush so it is important to know what to look for, bacterial vaginosis will usually have a thin, gray, white or green vaginal discharge and fishy smell compared to thrush which has a thick, white, curd-like discharge and no smell.
How do I know if I have BV or Thrush?
The usual symptoms of BV are:
- Possible fishy smell
- Thin, watery, possibly greyish white discharge or abnormally large amount of discharge
- Occasional discomfort
The usual symptoms of Thrush are:
- No smell
- Thick, white, curd-like discharge
- Intense itching or even a burning sensation
- Redness and irritation of the skin around the vulva
It should also be noted that half of women with bacterial vaginosis do not have any symptoms.
If you suspect you have thrush visit our thrush treatment page for treatment options here
BV prevention
To help prevent BV you can:
- Only use mild nondeodrant soaps and unscented tampons or pads.
- Don't douche as this can upset the natural balance of bacteria
- Take showers instead of baths
- Use condoms when having sex
- Avoid the use of scented soaps, bubble baths etc
- Wear more loose fitting underwear and clothes
- Avoid using sex toys
- Do not wash your vagina too often, once a day is usually enough
Changing the above can help prevent BV and prevent recurring BV.
Balance activ BV gel in pregnancy
Balance Activ products are safe to use during pregnancy and menstruation but you should contact your doctor, if you think you may have a vaginal infection during pregnancy.
Balance activ BV gel and breastfeeding
It is ok to use Balance Activ while breastfeeding.
How do I know if I have BV or Thrush?
The usual symptoms of BV are:
- Possible fishy smell
- Thin, watery, possibly greyish white discharge or abnormally large amount of discharge
- Occasional discomfort
The usual symptoms of Thrush are:
- No smell
- Thick, white, curd-like discharge
- Intense itching or even a burning sensation
- Redness and irritation of the skin around the vulva
If you suspect you have thrush visit our thrush treatment page for treatment options here
How to use Balance activ BV gel
Apply one full dose of the gel once a day for seven days.
If your symptoms persist after seven days contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Who cannot use Balance activ BV gel
Do not use Balance activ BV gel to treat BV if you have previously had a reaction to any of the ingredients.
Balance activ BV gel ingredients
Lactic Acid, Glycogen, Polyethylene, Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide.
Other bacterial vaginosis treatments
Other BV treatments include Metronidazole tablets, clindamycin or Zidoval BV gel.
Zidoval BV Gel FAQs
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How do I use Balance activ BV gel to get the best results?
If possible you should try to find the cause of your BV, make sure you are not using perfumed soaps or bathing products, do not douche or wash your vagina too often, wear looser fitting clothes and underwear, use condoms when having sex, take showers instead of baths and if prescribed antibiotics make sure you complete the course even if the symptoms go away before the course has ended. Taking these steps can prevent recurrance, although it may still recur and need another course.
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Will Balance activ BV gel work?
It has been shown to work with 42% of women being symptom free 9 days after last use
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How long does it take for Balance activ BV gel to work?
It provided 98% of women with symptom relief within 1 hour
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Can I use Balance activ BV gel while pregnant?
Yes it is safe to use during pregnancy and menstruation but you should contact your doctor, if you think you may have a vaginal infection during pregnancy.
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Can I use Balance activ BV gel while breastfeeding?
Yes, you can use Balance activ BV gel while breastfeeding.
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Can I buy Balance activ BV gel over the counter?
Yes it can be bought over the counter.
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Is it safe to buy Balance activ BV gel from your pharmacy?
We are a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) registered pharmacy and we source all our pharmaceutical products from reputable wholesalers, the same wholesalers that provide the medicines used to fill NHS prescriptions.
If you buy them from an unregistered pharmacy you may be wasting your money at best or at worse harm yourself buying and taking fake tablets. Always check to make sure where you are buying them from are registered with the GPhC. -
Do Balance activ BV gel expire?
Yes, like most medicines they has a shelf life and will become less effective if it is left unused. Always check the expiry date of any medicines you are taking before you take them. If you find your medication has expired, you can post them to us, bring them to us or take them to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.
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How should I store Balance activ BV gel?
Store this medication in a dry area below 25°C and keep out of direct sunlight. Storing any medicine incorrectly could result in the medicine becoming less effective.
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What is maximum time I can use Balance activ BV gel?
If your symptoms have not improved after 7 days use, you may need antibiotics
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Can I drink alcohol while using Balance activ BV gel?
Yes it is fine to drink alcohol while using it.
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Who shouldn't use Balance activ BV gel?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
