Will Biaxin XL 500mg treat and cure Bacterial Vaginosis, if so how long should this medication be taken and should it be taken while I am having my period?
Optional Information: Female , Age: 49Already Tried: nothing so far, I am sure I have this condition and have access to this medication, but can't afford a ful blown med exam.
Hello and Welcome to Just Answer, Biaxin (Clarithromycin) is not effective for treatment with bacterial vaginosis. http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic2340.htm Thank you, Pam Russell RN
Experience: 17 years of RN experience. Most of my experience has been Director of Nursing.
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