Zidoval
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Zidoval contains the active ingredient metronidazole – which is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a range of infections, including bacterial vaginosis. The gel is applied directly inside the vagina to kill the bacteria causing the infection.
- Effective treatment for BV
- Topical gel
- Easy to use
- Genuine medication
- All drugs sourced in the UK
More information
A Doctor's Overview
GP and surgeon, Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) provides a simple explanation of the medication below:
'Zidoval is an antibiotic (metronidazole) that is inteded for use in women with bacterial vaginal infections (bacterial vaginosis). '.
If you think Zidoval is a treatment that can help you, start an online consultation now for a registered prescriber to review. If treatment is deemed suitable, they can prescribe it, and we can deliver it to you from the comfort of your own home with a range of convenient delivery and payment options for you to choose from. If you have any questions about a medication, you should always consult your doctor with any questions prior to starting treatment, to ensure that it is safe and suitable for you.
What is Zidoval?
Zidoval contains the active ingredient metronidazole – which is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a range of infections, including bacterial vaginosis. The gel is applied directly inside the vagina to kill the bacteria causing the infection.
Patient Information Leaflet
For more information on the prescription medication patients should refer to the Zidoval patient information leaflet.
Can I use Zidoval?
Do not use Zidoval gel if:
- You are under 18 years of age or are elderly
- You are allergic to any similar nitroimidazole antibacterials
- You are allergic to metronidazole or any of it's other ingredients
- You are allergic to parabens
- If you have ever had any blood problems or a disease affecting the blood
- If you have, or think you may have vaginal thrush
- If you are having your period
- If you are having blood tests
- Avoid prolonged and unnecessary use of this medicine
Side effects
Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
- Headache and dizziness
- Stomach cramps
- Being sick
- Unpleasant taste in your mouth
- Unusual feeling on your tongue
- Dry skin
- Redness of the skin
- Itching of the skin
- Skin discomfort
- Skin irritation
- Vaginal thrush
- Vaginal discharge
- Discomfort around your pelvis
- Decreased appetite
- Depression
Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
- Feeling sick
- Tiredness
- Feeling irritable
- Difficulty in sleeping
- An unusual feeling in your fingers and toes
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Bloated or gurgling stomach
- A dry mouth or feeling thirsty
- Metallic taste in your mouth
- Muscle cramps
- Darkened urine
- Urinary tract infections
- Swelling of your vulva (the outside of your vagina)
- Changes in your periods such as spotting or bleeding
How do I buy Zidoval online?
You can safely buy Zidoval online at UK Meds. You will first need to have an online consultation with a pharmacist independent prescriber before your order will be supplied. The online consultation will ensure that Zidoval is the right medication for your medical condition.
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