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

• Lon...
• 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. The only thing I noticed was a slight cramp (barely noticeable), a slightly metallic taste in my mouth, and a little clumpy white discharge the next day (vagina cleansing itself out from the medicine working…not a yeast infection). No burns, no nausea, no sickness, no loss of appetite, and no burning. I even skipped drinking wine or alcohol to make sure it didn’t increase side effects, although it’s less likely to happen with the gel vs. the pill."

• Wat...
• 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 an 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?"

• Gro...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 22, 2024

"I, ladies! As most of us, I was prescribed MetroGel by my OB. After complaining of consistent BVs for the last 3 years, I have only used it for 2 nights so far, and I have a lot of discharge. Some with a hint of blood and at other times just a lot of clear discharge. I assume my vagina is flushing out all the bad bacteria. I have gotten up several times at work to use the restroom because of the discharge. Since reading so many of the reviews, I am just going to wait it out as this is my first time using MetroGel."

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

"For the longest time I’ve battled with BV. I want to 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, I 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 again! - It slowly started to get worse, so again, went back, got the pill medication again. And then just recently - I did 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 those uncomfortable tongs inside me again. I 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! I had another appointment, was finally offered the gel! Never knew it existed, and I'm so happy I got it! Day 4 of treatment and I noticed a major difference. By day 2! I’ve had no side effects :) 10/10"

• Jan...
• March 11, 2018

"So last year I had my very first yeast infection and BV. Recently I started eating a bunch of probiotics since I didn’t want to have to keep taking antibiotics that were killing my good and bad bacteria. I had sex with my boyfriend and there was an odor that shouldn’t have been there. So I went to the doctor. 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 an odor. Now, day two of taking the gel, my vagina is on fire from the yeast, and now I’m actually suffering from something else now!"

• sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 3, 2018

"Have been using the actual gel for two days, and I'm fine. A little burning and mild diarrhea at most, but that is it. I followed the directions, if you follow the directions, you should be fine. It clearly states not to have sex while using the medication."

• 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."

• Amb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 10, 2019

"The first three days of this medicine were 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 had no energy. I’m glad this is my last day taking this medicine. I 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."

• Jul...
• 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 MetroGel. 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."

• ste...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2019

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

• 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 December. Looks like I'll be doing this again.... At this point, I feel like it's a whole lot of suffering for nothing."

• Que...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2018

"Had BV second time now, first was tablets, made me feel drunk, 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 to use it at nighttime for five nights, and I'm on the second night."

• Mim...
• 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 ends soon."

• 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 a 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."

• Zoi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2022

"I will have to give the MetroGel 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 a 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 a 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."

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 1, 2023

"I had BV and a yeast infection and had no idea. I noticed something was wrong because I completely stopped getting discharge, and I used to have fertile, clear discharge and did not have it for months. After the first use, the BV smell was completely gone, and I could tell that my vagina was cleansing itself again. Lots of discharge (white and clear). I feel better already. I'm also taking probiotics with it and will take a yeast infection antibiotic after I finish the gel. I eat healthy and try to stay very clean down there, so not sure how I got it. But I've had it off and on over the past few years. 29 y/o."

• 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."

• Van...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2019

"This is an August update from when I gave a review on 17 June 2019. After using the MetroGel, I went to get another swab and was 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 taking 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."

• Jul...
• 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."

• Lov...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 6, 2022

"I completed my 7 days. The first day I did get a fast heartbeat, but maybe it was my anxiety, so when that happened, I just lay down and relaxed and let it pass. But after that, the rest of the 6 days I just had nausea/upset tummy, but besides that, everything was good. I was worried I wasn't gonna get my period, but after the treatment, I got my period on time, so don't worry, the treatment doesn't mess up period schedule."

• Tir...
• 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."

• Lan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 16, 2024

"Originally I was prescribed 0.75% gel for 5 days nightly. My bacterial vaginosis did not go away. I was prescribed another 0.75% gel for 5 days. The infection was gone but I got a yeast infection. I was prescribed Diflucan. It has been 45 days and I still have a yeast infection. This medication works, but it destroyed my vaginal flora. Anytime I take this, my vaginal flora is completely destroyed for 60 days easily. If you can handle that possibility, go ahead and take it. I prefer using boric acid, vitamin C, and zinc."

• tig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2018

"Have BV Gardnerella and used the gel for 3 nights out of a 5-day prescription. Today I am experiencing extreme breast pain on both sides. Previous nights it caused pelvic pain briefly after application. I will not complete the dosage with this much pain. It did eliminate the odor. I have not been diagnosed with BV in previous years and hope it will not cause a yeast infection."

• Kay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2020

"AVOID THIS DRUG IN ANY FORM. I got diagnosed with BV and started taking the oral metronidazole pills. By day 2, I was having horrible side effects: nausea, headaches, diarrhea, vomiting, tingling sensations in my body, cramps, metallic taste, dry mouth. I literally had a panic attack and was on my bathroom floor for hours. The doctor then prescribed the gel, and the side effects were the same! I barely slept, felt disgusting, and I had shortness of breath from being anxious. I’ve never had a drug make me feel so bad, and I’m unsure if I had an allergic reaction or not. (I am allergic to penicillin. Also, if you have anxiety, it will elevate from this product."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 1, 2022

"I went to the gynecologist for a Pap smear and was told I had BV. I was prescribed Diflucan and MetroGel once daily for 5 days at bedtime. I would say I started to feel better within 2 days of use—itching and abdominal discomfort went away. Today, on the third day, I started to notice clumpy white discharge. Reading other reviews, this is the body flushing out the infection, so I really don’t mind it. If you’re used to using tampons, this will be very easy to apply, as the applicator is basically like a longer, skinnier tampon applicator. It’s hard to say whether or not it has caused side effects because I am also currently sick. I will say I’ve had a consistent but not unbearable headache since beginning treatment, but again, this could be due to other factors. All in all, I’ve had a positive experience and hope to keep this at bay once I finish the 5-day course."