Avoid douching unless a clinician specifically recommends it
Wash your hands before and after any genital care
If using a prescribed douche, follow the product and clinician instructions exactly
Use only the solution recommended by a clinician or product label
Do not use hot water, soap, vinegar, peroxide, or other homemade mixtures
Use the smallest amount of fluid instructed
Insert the applicator gently and only as directed
Do not force the nozzle or applicator
Let the fluid flow in slowly
Stop immediately if you feel pain, burning, dizziness, or bleeding
Do not douche more often than directed
Do not douche during pregnancy unless a clinician says it is safe
Seek medical care if you have odor, itching, pain, unusual discharge, or bleeding