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Boric acid topical and Gas: What Users Say

Brand names: Hylafem

Gas: mentioned by 3 users (7.5%)

Based on user experiences from 40 Boric acid topical reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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cramps 17.5%
bleeding 10.0%
burning 10.0%
discharge 10.0%
bloating 7.5%
gas 7.5%
itching 7.5%

Reviews for Boric acid topical

Commonly mentioned side effects
  • TPa...
  • December 12, 2020

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I purchased vaginal boric acid online. A friend referred me to a specific suppository. I used the 1 at night and noticed that I was having cramping and a tender lower abdomen. The next day, I experienced 3 sharp pains in my left lower abdomen. I did not take another suppository the next day due to the reaction I had. Well... I decided to try another suppository again 2 days after the 1st suppository, and I felt bloated, had heartburn, was gassy, and had a tender belly. I’m not sure why I had these symptoms, but I won’t ever take this again."

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  • Fed...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 26, 2022

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "Who thought using boric acid was a good idea, might be good for killing insects but not so good for sensitive skin in women's private parts. Was recommended by a female doctor to use this for reoccurring thrush. Inserted one capsule that lasted an hour before the burning and flatulence drove me crazy. Wasted my money. Won't be trying this again anytime soon."

1 / 10
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  • Lis...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • October 2, 2021

For Vaginal Yeast Infection "I will never take these again. I've tried them 4 times. The first time I used them, it felt like my entire insides were about to fall out of my vagina, so I stopped. The second time I used it, I had sharp back pain and cramps, the third time was the same. It wasn't until my fourth time that I really paid attention to the pattern. Just the other day, I used it for the fourth time, and I am now suffering sharp back pain, bloating, gas, and bad cramps. I will never use these again, and I will be making an appointment to see my doctor or go to the ER if the pain gets worse."

1 / 10
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