Doxy Pep to prevent sti’s
Doxy PEP IS LIKE PLAN B FOR STIs
Doxycycline, also called simply “doxy”, is an antibiotic used to treat infections.
PEP stands for Post-Exposure Prophylaxis which is any preventive medical treatment started after exposure.
Combined, Doxy PEP targets Bacterial STIs after exposure.
When should you consider taking Doxy Pep?
Ask about Doxy PEP if you have been recently exposed to a bacterial STI like gonorrhea, chlamydia, or syphilis.
Ideally, Doxy PEP should be taken within 24 hours of initial exposure to a bacterial STI, but it can be taken up to 72 hours post exposure.
Doxy PEP is only for Post-Exposure treatment. If you have not been recently exposed to a bacterial STI, Doxy PEP is not the right fit.
Doxy PEP has only been approved for use by adults assigned male at birth (such as cisgender men and transgender women)
Doxy PEP is for individuals who have had recent sexual contact with someone with a bacterial STI, or who’s STI status in unknown.