DoxyPEP
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DoxyPEP (Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) is an antibiotic-based preventive treatment used to reduce the risk of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhoea
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DoxyPEP is primarily used to reduce the risk of chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhoea. If these infections do occur, they may cause the following symptoms:
- Chlamydia: Often asymptomatic, but may cause painful urination, unusual discharge, lower abdominal pain, and testicular discomfort in men.
- Syphilis: Develops in stages:
- Primary stage – A painless sore (chancre) at the site of infection.
- Secondary stage – Rashes on the palms and soles, flu-like symptoms, swollen lymph nodes.
- Latent and tertiary stages – If untreated, syphilis can damage the brain, nerves, heart, and other organs.
- Gonorrhoea: Symptoms include burning sensation when urinating, yellow or green discharge, sore throat (if oral gonorrhoea is present), and testicular pain.
Many people with these infections do not experience symptoms, which is why regular STI testing is crucial.
DoxyPEP works as an antibiotic post-exposure prophylaxis by preventing bacterial STIs before they establish an infection.
- Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that stops bacteria from growing and replicating.
- When taken within 72 hours of condomless sex, it can eliminate bacteria before they cause infection.
DoxyPEP should not be used as a replacement for condoms or regular STI screening, as it does not protect against viral infections like HIV, herpes, or HPV.
DoxyPEP FAQs (5)
DoxyPEP is a post-exposure medication that uses doxycycline to help prevent bacterial STIs such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, and chlamydia. It’s a proven method to lower your chances of contracting these infections after potential exposure, especially following unprotected sex.
DoxyPEP works by stopping the bacteria responsible for STIs from establishing an infection in the body. Studies show that when taken after condomless sex, DoxyPEP can reduce the likelihood of bacterial STIs by as much as 60%.
DoxyPEP is effective in reducing the risk of syphilis, gonorrhoea, and chlamydia. However, using condoms or other barrier methods remains the most effective way to protect against all STDs, including HIV.
Research indicates that DoxyPEP is about 60% effective in preventing bacterial STIs like syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhoea, provided it’s taken within 72 hours of potential exposure.
- Proven Effectiveness: Reduces the risk of bacterial STIs by up to 60%.
- Simple Treatment: One dose of 200mg doxycycline within 72 hours after exposure.
- Convenient and Private: Discreet packaging and quick delivery for an easy, home-based treatment.
