MetroGel-Vaginal for Bacterial Vaginosis User Reviews (Page 4)

• CDB
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 16, 2020

"I have had BV on and off for 30 years. Metrogel supp is not a good drug for me. It does not erase the odor. Ask for Clindamycin. You also have to do one week on and one week off. If you have recurrent infections you must continue to treat. Using an insert every 3 days is also helpful. I order meds from Mexico because doctors often tell me that it will go away. The odor is embarrassing and awful. Save your money on Metrogel. Its a waste of time."

• Anony...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 8, 2018

"I was honestly scared to try this medication with all the reviews I’ve read. I had little to no side effects. My side effects were just a little bit of cramping and discharge with a little blood. Symptoms were noticeably better. Just stay away from alcohol."

• London...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2022

"I am angry at the negative reviews that misled me and had me afraid to use the gel. I am on my 3rd night and have not had a bad experience YET. Only thing I noticed was a slight cramp (barely noticeable), slightly metallic taste in mouth, and a little clumpy white discharge the next day (vagina cleansing itself out from the medicine working…not yeast infection). No burns, no nausea, no sickness, no loss of appetite, and no burning. I even skipped drinking wine/alcohol to make sure it didn’t increase side effects, although it’s less likely to happen with the gel vs the pill."

• Sosic...
• June 11, 2018

"I've been battling BV off and on for 3 years now. I've used the gel now at least 5 times (once a night for 5 days) and I honestly have no idea why I keep going back to it. It never works for long (BV comes back right after period) and it always leaves a side effect worse than the BV. Right now I'm dealing with constipation and UTI side effects (but no UTI, was tested) and my last treatment was almost 2 months ago. Never again. I will try and maintain with probiotics and Rephresh from here on out. Stay away from metrogel!!!!"

• Anony...
• November 2, 2023

"I was around 20 weeks pregnant when I noticed a fishy smell in my urine along with itchiness. I’m prone to getting BV, so I was already familiar with the symptoms. I went to urgent care, and sure enough, I was diagnosed with a UTI and BV. Not a fun combo. I double-checked with my OB and pharmacist if this was safe to take during pregnancy since I was a bit hesitant. They reassured me that it is and that it is Category B, which is deemed safe during pregnancy. They also explained that you can have more severe consequences when leaving BV untreated during pregnancy. I have always hated Flagyl oral route since those make me feel very sick, and the pharmacist explained that it's better to treat it vaginally rather than taking the oral pills systemically. Don't let the negative reviews steer you away from trying this and curing your BV. Trust me, I get really bad panic attacks when taking new medications, but this WORKED! No side effects aside from mild cramping and thick white discharge."

• umima...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 30, 2021

"I used this gel after being scared about reviews. I have lots of anxiety about certain meds due to side effects. I finally decided to give it a try. I had some side effects like minor stomach pain but I do have IBS. This was the only side effect I had. No nausea, no headaches, etc. I do have white clumpy discharge which is a common side effect to this med. Other than that I'm ok! I just finished the treatment yesterday. I will update once the white clumpy discharge will clear. Give this a try guys!"

• Meano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2018

"I used the MetroGel vag gel for 5 nights as instructed. The smell went away for like a day or 2 but the discharge remained with its abnormal color (brownish). After having sex with my boyfriend, 2 nights after using the gel, the smell came back even worse. I was bloated and had awful pain and burning sensation in my lower abdomen. I honestly don't trust that this gel works. Instead I feel like it just made things even worse because I noticed there was some bleeding coming out as well."

• Queenb
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2018

"Had BV second time now first was tablets made me drunk feeling so I'm avoiding the tablets and this second time I'm using the gel. All I can say is side effects are stomach ache, wind and diarrhea. I was told use it at night time for five nights and I'm on the second night."

• Janice
• March 11, 2018

"So last year I had my very first yeast infection, and bv. Recently I started eating a bunch of of probiotic since I didn’t want to have to keep taking antibiotic that were killing my good and bad bacteria. I had sex with my boyfriend and there was an odor that shouldn’t been there. So I went to the dr. She said we found a little amount of bv and the tiniest bit of yeast and gave me the gel . But I had told her the medicine I don’t react well to because it always puts me back with a yeast infection which I had no symptoms of it was just a odor now day two of taking gel my vagina is on fire from the yeast and now I’m actually suffering from something else now !"

• Amber
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 10, 2019

"The first three days of this medicine was fine the fourth day I called off work. Felt like I had a head cold and dizziness the fifth day I was able to go to work but felt dizzy and no energy I’m glad this is my last day taking this medicine. Also noticed clumpy white discharge on the 3rd and 4th day. (feels like a yeast infection) but if it is after I’m done taking the last dose of this medicine I’ll go ahead and buy yeast infection medicine . Really don’t want to ever take this medicine again."

• Mya
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 4, 2018

"I’ve used this for one day and this is my second night using it and I feel horrible. I feel like I’m on my period, nausea, cramps, lightheaded and dizzy. I couldn’t walk up my steps because of my cramps. All I want to do is sleep, and what’s funny is that I’ve used this medicine before and it was never like this. I want to stop using it. 3 days left and I don’t think I can do it."

• Vanessa
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2019

"This is a August update from when I gave review in 17 June 2019. After using the Metrogel I went to get another swab and still positive for BV. I would say the gel did help about 90% only because I’m still experiencing the same discharge as before just a lot less. I had a feeling I would end up using the gel then have to take the pills after. I would suggest skipping the gel and just take the pills. I’m confident these will clear the BV so I can get a pap smear after. I’ve birthed a baby so all these swabs and side effects from medicine are nothing to worry about I just want to get it over with..the joys of being a woman lol"

• Mimi
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2018

"Same deal as one of the other girls, was tested for UTI symptoms, cultured twice with no growth, but positive for BV, have done 2 nights of the gel so far, have experienced lack of appetite, bloating feeling and cramps, hope it end soon"

• Tired...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 1, 2020

"A few months ago I had BV and it was a moderate case. My symptoms were musty smell and discharge that would soak through my pants. I took the gel and the discharge was mostly gone and the smell was somewhat better. After about a month my doctor said I still had bv but it was mild (slight discharge and I smelled like musty flowers) I thought the gel would make the smell go away. WRONG. After using the gel, I still have bv and now I have a TREATMENT RESISTANT YEAST INFECTION. This made my life far worse and my self esteem even worse than it was before. The only thing that worked for me in the past is probiotics. I opened one pill and put it where the sun don't shine and didn't get bv for a year until I had a new sex partner. However they must have sold the company or something because now the same brand doesn't work anymore and none of the other brands work either."

• Unapo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 14, 2021

"For the longest time I’ve battled with BV. I wanna say 3-4 years now. I always thought my pH was out of whack! Which I know BV makes it out of whack too. Anyhow, finally went to a doctor did a test and sure enough - BV. I got the antibiotic pill form. Worked great! And then I got it againnn! - It slowly started to get worse so again, went back got the pill medication again. & then Just recently - I do a telemed call because I already knew what it was - what I was experiencing I refuse to throw my legs in the air again and put them uncomfortable tongs inside me again lol was given a yeast infection pill, and a generic version pill of the Flagyl. I noticed it didn’t do crap. It didn’t clear it up! Do another appt. was finally offered the gel! Never knew it existed & I'm so happy I got it! Day 4 of treatment and I noticed major diff. By day 2! I’ve had no side effects :) 10/10"

• step
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2019

"I am in my late teens and I am currently using the metro gel. I am on my second day of using it twice a day. I have had very little side effects. I have had mild headache to no headache but very faint. That is about the only side affect that I have had from using this product so far and it is very helpful"

• Jules...
• July 10, 2016

"I've been on the gel for 3 days... First diagnosed with a UTI with no growth. Finished Cipro and still had symptoms. Second round- pelvic exam & swab... Still had bacteria & yeast so was prescribed metro gel. No side effects - but hasn't helped my issue. Waiting for 2nd culture to come back to see if still UTI and wasn't sensitive to the Cipro and need something new. Pains from hell"

• Zoinks
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2022

"I will have to give the Metro-gel a 10 out of 10, simply because it worked exactly as intended and cleared up BV probably within the first two days but I finished the 5 day course and everything is brand new and healthy. Yes, it had side effects and fortunately not nearly as extreme as some other users. Mine were: a bit of crampy feeling starting around day 4, some of the gel coming out from down there in this thick clearish ooze with a tinge of pink here and there (probably some kind of tissue or blood) but not enough to alarm me, starting around day 3, and usually at night. Day 5 was the worst, I had really dull constant cramp feeling overnight and it went away within 24 hours since there were no more doses left. Other overall symptom was a bit of a loss of appetite which is whatever. I read a lot of reviews and to avoid any yeast infections or some other imbalances, I started a probiotic targeting vaginal health immediately on day 6."

• Madonia
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 26, 2022

"I'm on my 4th night and I don't like this stuff it's not even leaking out, my stomach feels weird it's not cramping but it feels like my stomach is either tight or my intestinal tract is having issues. It started yesterday I'm sick of this and I will never get on this medicine ever again."

• Juless
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 24, 2020

"Very painful BV infection so I got tested and was prescribed MetroGel-Vaginal for 7 days. I accidentally had alcohol during a family dinner and felt horrible and super bloated after and wanted to puke. The discharge and smell are horrible! Very white clumpy discharge and strong urine smell. This is natural and just your body getting rid of the nastiness. Nothing about this is pleasant but it is what it is."

• Water...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2021

"I went to the doctor due to noticing a sweet smell or ammonia type smell when I would urinate. I thought the problem was underlying disease like diabetes. They tested me and BV is what fit. I have just finished my final dose last night out of 5 days. The thick white discharge seems to be a common thing but the smell of my urine specifically hasn't changed which is what led me to the doctor. Anyone else have a similar experience?"

• Lee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 7, 2019

"I’ve used this medication twice. Once when I was around 19, and once now at 23. I don’t remember having side effects the first time, but this time I’ve got immediate intense bloating, cramping, and nausea. I’ve never felt this uncomfortable before, even during menstruation. I can’t attest to the effectiveness because both this time and last time I didn’t feel any symptoms of BV to start with, which just makes these side effects worse knowing they’re not going to lead to some kind of relief."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 14, 2018

"Started the gel 3 days ago, had my wisdom teeth out 2 days before I got the gel for BV, my stomach started hurting and I thought maybe because I haven’t pooped since the pain pills backed me up, pooped yesterday but had very bad pelvic cramps last night and stomach pain all day today. Also have runny nose and cough. The stomach cramps hurt really bad but the gel worked the first application. I do like it but the side effects are awful. I just push through the pain."

• Men...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 9, 2018

"I was diagnosed with BV. I seem to get it every 2 years, but now I'm getting symptoms. I was treated in October for BV with this gel. It is really gross. Because you're inserting gel, that all comes out at some point. Which is the worst. Having all that stuff between your legs when you're trying to go through your day. Well I finished that, to immediately get a yeast infection. Which they don't tell you. But 9x out of 10 you get a yeast infection. So I treated that. To only still have BV when I went to my annual in Dec. Looks like I'll be doing this again.... At the point, I feel like its a whole lot of suffering for nothing."

• Upset...
• March 12, 2021

"Metrogel has ruined my life forever! I had BV and the first thing the doctor gave me was metro vaginal gel! Well 3 months after I started getting stabbing pains and twinges in my bladder and a irritation in my vaginal track so bad i feel like I can’t empty my bladder all the same I literally want to cry I’m only 30! I have seen so many doctors but they same I’m fine! Sex is not the same anymore it’s painful! I’ve seen Urologist OBGYN and other doctors! Please don’t use this medication use Clindamycin pill form"