FAQs

‘Fishy’ vaginal odour is a characteristic BV symptom that usually sets it apart from other common vaginal infections, such as thrush. If you have symptoms, talk to your pharmacist – they will guide you on the best treatment for you. See a doctor if you are diabetic or pregnant/breastfeeding (or plan to be).

There are a number of different conditions that may cause vaginal discharge. In the case of bacterial vaginosis, most women experience a thin, watery grey/white discharge that is accompanied by a ‘fishy’ odour. In contrast, women suffering from thrush often report a thick white discharge, similar to cottage cheese, usually accompanied by irritation and itching.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or are planning to become pregnant or breastfeed whilst receiving treatment for BV, seek the advice of your doctor first.

Yes, you can use Fleurstat BVgel when menstruating.

No. However, it is recommended to delay administering Fleurstat BVgel if you anticipate sexual activity will occur around bedtime. Administer Fleurstat BVgel after any sexual activity is complete.

The majority of women will likely not experience side effects. However, a small percentage reported headache, itching or burning around the vaginal area, abdominal pain, urinary tract infection and candidiasis (thrush).

Fleurstat BVgel is not known or expected to interfere with medications because it is not absorbed into the bloodstream following topical vaginal application. Use of other vaginally applied products containing polyquaterniums, which are found in some personal lubricants, should be avoided while using Fleurstat BVgel, as polyquaterniums have been shown to be incompatible with astodrimer sodium, the active ingredient. No other product interaction studies have been conducted.

It is recommended to apply Fleurstat BVgel at bedtime.

Yes. Fleurstat BVgel has been shown to not compromise the integrity or affect the dimensions of condoms. However, it is recommended to delay administering Fleurstat BVgel if you anticipate sexual activity will occur around bedtime. Administer Fleurstat BVgel after any sexual activity is complete.

BV is associated with a characteristic ‘fishy’ vaginal odour and an abnormal greyish-white, thin vaginal discharge. Other common vaginal infections may be associated with intense itching or painful urination, and clumpy or frothy discharge. If you are unsure you have BV, or suspect you have a vaginal infection other than BV, please see your doctor. Also see your doctor if you consider that you may be at risk of a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI), if your symptoms persist or recur, or your condition worsens, as these symptoms may be indicative of another infection including an STI. See your doctor before using the product if you are diabetic, pregnant or breastfeeding.