About Boric Acid
Boric acid is used as a vaginal suppository for recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis, particularly azole-resistant strains (C. glabrata). CDC STI Treatment Guidelines recommend 600 mg vaginally once daily. A 2024 systematic review (41 studies) reports mycologic cure rates of 40–100%. It is NOT for oral use — toxic if ingested orally. Only effective as a local vaginal agent.
What Boric Acid supports
- Supports vaginal health against recurrent yeast infections
- May help maintain healthy vaginal pH balance
How much Boric Acid to take
Clinical studies typically use 300–600 mg of Boric Acid. 600 mg once daily is the standard clinical dose per CDC guidelines for vaginal suppositories. 300 mg allows partial credit.
- Effective range
- 300–600 mg
Clinical evidence
Moderate clinical evidence. Systematic review of 41 studies supports vaginal use per CDC guidelines; 40-100% cure rates reported
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