Balance Activ BV Treatment Gel 7 Tubes

Balance Activ BV Treatment Gel 7 Tubes uses lactic acid to restore the vagina’s natural pH and vaginal flora and to relieve symptoms of BV. It also contains glycogen, which provides nutrients to encourage the growth of lactobacilli, a protective bacteria that helps to maintain a healthy balance inside the vagina. The BV treatments are available in a gel and pessary format. Both are equally as effective and are easy to use formats. The gel and pessary are sold in packs of 7 one-a-day doses - a week's treatment.

Balance Activ has been shown to be as effective as antibiotics in relieving symptoms of BV. It contains lactic acid and glycogen, working with your body to promote the growth of good bacteria and restore the natural vaginal pH balance. There may be a slight leakage, so it may be helpful to wear a panty liner. If this occurs, rest assured the product is still working effectively. If you notice recurrences around the time of your period you can use Balance Activ for a couple of days to help maintain your body’s natural balance. In addition, you can use one pessary every third day for three months to maintain the natural pH balance in your vagina, or one pessary daily at the end of a course of antibiotics for four to five days.

It is most convenient to use the gel at bedtime, when lying down in a comfortable position. This helps them stay in place and can reduce leakage, although you may choose to wear a panty liner.

What is Bacterial Vaginosis?

Bacterial Vaginosis, or BV, occurs when there’s a change in the natural pH balance in the vagina. This then causes a change in the bacterial environment.

Healthy vaginas are slightly acidic, thanks to the presence of good bacteria called lactobacilli that produce lactic acid. However, if these are in short supply, harmful bacteria can grow and trigger occurrences of BV.

Although 'Bacterial Vaginosis' sounds scary BV is actually very common, in fact more women in the UK suffer from it than any other vaginal condition. And it’s twice as prevalent as thrush, even though BV is often mistaken for thrush, mainly because thrush is better known and understood. Because very few people have heard of BV they typically treat symptoms as thrush. This can cause recurrences of BV and sometimes lead to thrush!

Product Features

 - 7 one-a-day mono-dose in gel
 - For treatment and prevention
 - Antibiotic free option​
 - Shown to be as effective as the antibiotic Metronidazole (flagyl)
 - Easy to use​
 - Effective relief from symptoms such as unusual discharge, unpleasant odour, discomfort & irritation​
 - Works while you sleep​
 - Balance Active is a 7-day treatment, but you should notice reduced symptoms within 2-3 day​
 - Can be used in addition to antibiotic therapy ​
 - Suitable for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.