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Relactagel Lactate Vaginal Gel — CE Marked BV Treatment
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Relactagel Lactate Vaginal Gel CE Marked BV Treatment x 7

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  • CE marked medical device for treating and preventing BV 7 tubes
  • Restores natural pH and supports lactobacilli growth
  • Fewer side effects than oral antibiotics, clinically shown
  • Comparable to antibiotics at preventing BV recurrence
  • Safe during pregnancy and alongside oral antibiotics

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Product Description

A healthy vagina is naturally acidic, maintained by lactic acid-producing bacteria called lactobacilli that form a key part of your natural defences. When that balance is disrupted, bacterial vaginosis (BV) can develop — the most common cause of recurring vaginal infection. Relactagel is a CE marked lactic acid vaginal gel designed to restore that natural balance, treating active BV and helping prevent it from returning.

7 pre-filled vaginal applicators per pack.

Important — if you are trying to conceive

Relactagel should not be used by couples actively trying to conceive, as it may affect sperm. If you have BV and are trying to conceive, speak with your GP about appropriate treatment timing and options before use.

Understanding bacterial vaginosis

BV develops when anaerobic bacteria overgrow and replace the lactobacilli that normally maintain a healthy, acidic vaginal environment. The main symptoms are abnormal discharge, a change in discharge consistency or colour, and an unpleasant odour.

A number of everyday factors can disrupt the vagina's natural acidity, including hormonal changes through the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause, antibiotic use, sexual intercourse, intrauterine devices, smoking, and douching.

BV is not considered a sexually transmitted infection, and it is not the same as thrush — thrush is associated with itching, irritation, and soreness, whereas BV is typically associated with unpleasant odour and discharge changes rather than itching.

How Relactagel works

Relactagel contains lactic acid, which restores and maintains the vagina's natural acidity, creating an environment favourable to lactobacilli growth. It also contains glycogen, which provides nutrients that support the growth of these beneficial bacteria — helping rebuild your natural microbiome rather than simply masking symptoms.

What the evidence shows

Relactagel is a CE marked medical device, and lactic acid gels of this type have been studied in clinical trials including the UK-based VITA study. The evidence shows a genuinely useful picture, with some honest trade-offs worth knowing:

Outcome What the research shows
Short-term symptom relief In the VITA study, lactic acid gels showed 47–70% participant-reported symptom resolution at 14 days — slightly lower than the approximately 70% seen with oral antibiotics such as metronidazole.
Recurrence prevention Over a 6-month period, lactic acid gels perform comparably to antibiotics at preventing BV from returning — a key advantage given how frequently BV recurs.
Tolerability Significantly fewer adverse effects than oral metronidazole, which commonly causes nausea, taste disturbance, and diarrhoea.
Patient preference Despite the slightly lower short-term clearance rate, many women in clinical trials prefer topical lactic acid gels over antibiotics for the lack of systemic side effects, ease of use, and avoidance of antibiotic resistance.

How to use

Purpose Directions
Active treatment One pre-filled applicator daily for 7 days, at bedtime to reduce leakage.
Recurrence prevention One pre-filled applicator daily for 2–3 days following your period, as required.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Relactagel during pregnancy?

Yes. If a vaginal infection occurs during pregnancy, consult your obstetrician.

Can I use Relactagel while taking oral antibiotics?

Yes, Relactagel is safe to use alongside oral antibiotics.

Can BV come back?

Yes, BV recurs frequently for many women. Relactagel can be used specifically to help prevent recurrence.

Is bacterial vaginosis a sexually transmitted infection?

No, BV is not considered a sexually transmitted infection.

What does Relactagel contain?

Lactic acid, glycogen, propylene glycol, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, and water.

Relactagel is a CE marked medical device. The glycogen in Relactagel is derived from maize — do not use if you have a maize allergy. Relactagel may cause burning or mild irritation during fungal infections (thrush) or where there are small cracks or tears in the vaginal tissue. Contact your doctor if you experience three or more episodes of BV in one year. Couples trying to conceive should not use Relactagel, as it may affect sperm. Please refer to the Information for Use leaflet inside the product box for full details.

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Features & Specification

<table style='width: 90%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;'><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'><td style='width: 40%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Recommended For :</td><td style='width: 60%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Relactagel is a highly effective home treatment for BV and Gardnerella that not only treats the infection but also helps prevent further occurrences by maintaining and regulating a healthy vaginal pH balance. Combat embarrassing odour. This easy-to-use gel is applied directly into the vagina, where it works to rebalance the vaginal bacteria, restore natural acidity, and relieve abnormal discharge and odour.</td></tr><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'><td style='width: 40%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Use With & Directions :</td><td style='width: 60%; text-align: left; border: none;'> Can be used whilst taking antibiotics, can be used while pregnant.
<li> Treatment for BV: 1 single tube every day for 7 days at bedtime
<li> Prevention: 1 single tube every day for 2-3 days at bedtime after menstruation</td></tr><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'><td style='width: 40%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Ingredients :</td><td style='width: 60%; text-align: left; border: none;'> Lactic acid, glycogen (from oysters: NOT SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH SHELLFISH ALLERGY), propylene glycol, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, water </td></tr><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'><td style='width: 40%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Contents :</td><td style='width: 60%; text-align: left; border: none;'> 7 Prefilled Applicators</td></tr><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'><td style='width: 40%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Size :</td><td style='width: 60%; text-align: left; border: none;'> 7 x 5ml tubes</td></tr><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'><td style='width: 40%; text-align: left; border: none;'>Certification :</td><td style='width: 60%; text-align: left; border: none;'> Clinically proven, CE Certificated</td></tr><tr style='border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;'></table>

FAQs

<strong>1. How does Relactagel work to treat Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)?</strong>
Relactagel works by restoring the natural acidic pH balance of the vagina, which helps rebalance the good and bad bacteria. This rebalancing process reduces the symptoms of BV, such as abnormal discharge and unpleasant odour, and helps prevent further infections.

<strong>2. Can I use Relactagel to prevent recurrent BV?</strong>
Yes, Relactagel can be used as a preventative measure against BV. It’s recommended to use the gel for 2-3 days after your menstrual cycle each month to help maintain a healthy vaginal pH balance and reduce the risk of recurrent BV.

<strong>3. Is Relactagel safe to use during pregnancy?</strong>
Relactagel is suitable for use during pregnancy. However, as with any health product, it’s always a good idea to consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment during pregnancy.

<strong>4. How often should I use Relactagel if I have a BV flare-up?</strong>
For treating a BV flare-up, you should apply one tube of Relactagel per day for 7 days, ideally at bedtime. This consistent use helps to effectively clear the infection and restore your vaginal health.

<strong>5. Can I use Relactagel if I am trying to conceive (TTC)?</strong>
If you are trying to conceive, it’s recommended to avoid using Relactagel during your fertile window, as semen is highly alkaline and may counteract the pH-lowering effects of the gel, potentially affecting sperm viability. If you need to use it, consider doing so outside of your most fertile days.

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Pineapple Tart
When you don't know what's wrong this is a good product to start your healing process. The Dr cal...

Great for vaginal dryness when you don't know what's wrong or why, and when your Dr has tested you for everything and still doesn't know what's... this is your first safe option. Its got nothing harmful. And it's got what your flora needs.

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Lisa

I like that this is a natural product. Great for preventive.

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Tintì
Just a part of thr healing process

So relatagel gets rid of the smell right away and then the discharge decreases but after day 7 and when no longer using it i found that the smell was there but a little more faint. Overall the PH in our vagina has to build back up so you still need to take a probiotic for about 30 days i use rephrrsh and still eat an activia yogurt daily and i drink lemon water 3 times per day all while cutting down my sugar intake. So relactagel in my opinion does not get rid of it fully but it helps. We still have more work to do afterwards it takes over 1 month for our PH level to balance out so the entire process is about 30 days

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Jan
Fantasic

Fast effective relief, un like other products I have used in the past this is much more effective and you only need to use it for 2-3 days.

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Nelly
Fantastic product

Used relactagel after developing BV and experiencing the typical embarrassing symtoms. I was sceptical of it's effectiveness since I had been suffering with it for quite some time after the birth of my child but decided I had nothing to lose and gave it a go.
Only a couple of days after starting the treatment, all my symtoms had vanished. Iv finished the 7 day corse and so far I'm still completely free of infection and would highly recommend it to anyone in a similar situation suffering the same embarrassing symptoms.

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Rosie
Life safer!

At first I didn't want to go to the doctors because it was embarrassing but after months I finally did. They gave me antibiotics which didn't work they just made me sick but since having this jel, I can now use a tube at night and I'm good to go without having to worry about a bad smell or visiting the doctors, it's great!!!

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Ghul
Very effective

I am pleased to write a review about this product which I bought for some body who had been suffering for a long period and was embarrassed to go to doctor.Only couple of days treatment has helped her so much that she has become a friend for life.

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Shirley
Very Good to use

I am very impressed with this, it is easy to use and I find the applicators mean I get the gel right at the top of my v. It is easy to use, and very effective within 2 -3 days, I have found that I have developed a problems with BV since the onset of menopause. The dryness is particularly uncomfortable and the applicators mean that the get can be applied in a comfortable way.
i hope my Relactagel review helps others like me.
Great service and fast delivery