Doxy-PEP is a sexual health tool that involves taking the antibiotic doxycycline after sex, to prevent getting an STI. It is like a morning-after pill but for STIs. Taking doxy-PEP reduces your chance of acquiring syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia by about two-thirds.
In light of new research, the San Francisco Department of Public Health on October 21, 2022 issued a health update recommending doxy-PEP for some populations who could benefit, in order to reduce their chance of acquiring syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. The health update includes interim guidelines for providers and describes how to prescribe doxy-PEP to eligible patients. If your provider does not currently offer doxy-PEP and you live in the SF Bay Area, please contact SF City Clinic at 628-217-6692 to request evaluation and a possible prescription for doxy-PEP.
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