What is Dalacin Cream?
Dalacin was an antibiotic vaginal cream that’s used to treat bacterial vaginosis (BV). It contained cindamycin phosphate, an antibiotic that’s also used to treat a variety of other infections, including those of the blood and lungs, and skin conditions like acne. Cindamycin works by stopping bacteria from growing.
A generic Clindamycin 2% vaginal cream is available from the same manufacturer.
Dalacin Cream was applied directly into your vagina, and can be used for different durations depending on the severity of your BV infection.
Bacterial vaginosis is caused by a change in your body’s natural bacteria balance[1] Why this happens isn’t clear, but your chances of the condition developing are increased by factors such as:
Using an Intrauterine device (IUD) for contraception
Using perfumed soaps or products on your genitals
Being sexually active or changing partners
Even though it’s not a sexually transmitted infection (STI), you might be at risk of developing one if you have bacterial vaginosis. Your clinician will probably recommend a test for both to get a clearer picture of your vaginal health.
How does Dalacin Cream work?
Dalacin was a white, semi-solid cream that was applied directly into your vagina every day for a week. (Though sometimes it could be used for fewer days.) A clinician will advise you about the best way to use your medication to treat your BV.
Vaginal health is maintained by bacteria called lactobacilli. Lactobacilli work by keeping pathogens in check and preventing them from causing you harm.[2] When your vaginal ‘ecosystem’ is disrupted and the balance of bacteria is compromised, it can lead to infections such as BV.
Dalacin worked by destroying harmful bacteria, and restoring your vagina’s natural pH level.
What doses of Dalacin Cream are there?
The usual dose of Dalacin was one applicator full, which is around 5 grams. You place it into your vagina (following the instructions provided in the leaflet) each night, at bedtime, for seven consecutive days.
You should always wash your hands before using the cream, and complete the full course of treatment as advised.
Treated trusted sources:
- NHS Choices. “Bacterial Vaginosis.” NHS, 2019
- Chee, W.J.Y., et al. “Vaginal Microbiota and the Potential of Lactobacillus Derivatives in Maintaining Vaginal Health.” Microbial Cell Factories, 2020.
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