Unlike vaginal thrush, bacterial vaginosis requires a medical examination.
Treatingbacterial vaginosis
Everyone wants to get rid of the unpleasant side effects of bacterial vaginosis as quickly as possible. The treatment is simple and almost always takes effect very quickly!
Pharmacist
DR. KADE
Medical Affairs
What will be discussed
How is bacterial vaginosis treated?
Unlike vaginal thrush, bacterial vaginosis must be diagnosed by a doctor. Bacteria that are not typically found in the vagina cause the unpleasant symptoms, and the only way to kill them is with a prescription-only antibiotic.
Treating bacterial infections with antibiotics
Various active substances, for example metronidazole or clindamycin, are available to medically treat bacterial vaginosis with antibiotics. Depending on the active ingredient, the dosage forms differ, such as vaginal suppositories and creams or oral tablets.
Be aware that the prescribed dose and duration of use must be consistently adhered to, as these were selected based on the severity of the illness.
Antibiotics don’t just target unwanted bacteria!
However, antibiotic treatment can also have negative side effects:
Antibiotics not only combat the triggers of vaginosis, for example the intestinal bacterium Gardnerella vaginalis, but also lactic acid bacteria (also known as lactobacilli) that colonise vaginal skin and are important for healthy vaginal flora. These help to protect against pathogens. If the number of lactobacilli decreases as a result of antibiotic treatment, the successful short-term treatment of bacterial vaginosis can be followed by another infection!
Lactic acid can ensure and accelerate treatment success
Taking lactic acid supplements while taking antibiotics has been shown to help prevent such relapses. This involves applying lactic acid to the vagina from an external source, which is extremely effective at supporting the vaginal flora when it is compromised.
Our KadeFlora Lactic Acid Treatment (KadeFlora Milchsäurekur) is easy to use – the gel is inserted into the vagina using hygienic, individually wrapped single-use applicators for 7 days.
Using a lactic acid treatment can not only ensure that your bacterial vaginosis treatment is successful, but in many cases it can also speed it up. The symptoms often subside even faster than with antibiotic treatment alone!
If the pH is balanced, bacterial vaginosis doesn’t stand a chance!
The aim of a lactic acid treatment is to restore the ideal acidic pH of the vagina as quickly as possible, which has shifted into the unfavourable alkaline range as a result of bacterial vaginosis and antibiotic treatment.
As long as there are enough lactic acid-producing bacteria on the vaginal mucosa, the vagina will be acidic enough (pH of about 4.5) to ward off pathogens and keep them at bay.
Lactic acid: effective, nourishing and easy to use
Proven to be effective in millions of cases, lactic acid treatments help to stabilise and regenerate the vaginal environment.
For example, over the course of a 7-day treatment, a total of 40 g KadeFlora Lactic Acid Treatment (KadeFlora Milchsäurekur) gel is inserted into the vagina using hygienic, single-use applicators (also ideal for travelling!). It not only supplies the vagina with lactic acid, but also moisturises and soothes irritated intimate skin. The lactic acid gel also has a pleasant moisturising effect on vaginal dryness, e.g. during the menopause or when taking contraceptive pills.
FAQs
To use the lactic acid treatment correctly, you need to apply the gel into the vagina once a day for seven consecutive days. The application itself is quick and easy: the practical disposable applicator ensures hygienic vaginal application. You will not come into contact with the insertable part of the applicator, nor will you come into contact with vaginal fluid when pulling it out. Find out more about KadeFlora Lactic Acid Treatment (KadeFlora Milchsäurekur).
- Important: use before going to bed!
- In order to avoid the gel leaking out, a lactic acid treatment should always be inserted into the vagina in the evening before going to bed.
Step 1: Tap the applicator downwards
Step 2: Unscrew the sealing cap
Step 3: Carefully insert the applicator, then pull it out while gently pressing on the gel dispenser – the lactic acid is automatically applied to the vaginal mucosa.
The KadeFlora Lactic Acid Treatment (KadeFlora Milchsäurekur) was specially developed for use in sensitive intimate areas. It has been gynaecologically and dermatologically tested. The gel is free from fragrances and colourings and is also lactose-free!
