Boric acid is a natural antifungal agent that works by inhibiting the growth of the yeast Candida species. Doctors recommend using it as a second-line treatment after other medications have failed to clear up a yeast infection or BV.

Dosing & safety:

If you’re considering trying boric acid bv to treat your vaginal yeast infections or bacterial vaginosis, talk with your doctor first to make sure it’s safe for you and to ask about dosing instructions. Your doctor will also need to know if you have any other health conditions and/or medications you’re taking.

Yeast infections and BV are caused by an overgrowth of candida yeast, which can lead to irritation and itching in the vagina. They can also cause thick and odorless discharge, pain during sexual activity, or burning and itching when peeing.

Boric Acid for BV: A Natural and Effective Remedy for Bacterial Vaginosis

A few studies have shown that boric acid suppositories can effectively reduce the symptoms of yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis. This is because boric acid rebalances your pH in the vagina, replenishes your healthy flora and reduces the amount of harmful bacteria.

It’s important to note that boric acid is considered safe for use in suppositories and should never be taken orally. It can be toxic if ingested, so keep it away from children and pets and store it in a safe place.

Recurrent bacterial vaginosis (RBV) is extremely common and is difficult to treat with traditional antifungal agents. A nitroimidazole-based triple-phase regimen has been used to minimize the frequency of recurrence. The approach combines 7 days of oral nitroimidazole followed by 21 days of intravaginal boric acid 600 mg daily and if in remission, metronidazole gel twice weekly for 16 weeks. This has been found to be effective in reducing recurrence in patients with high-risk recurrence.