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STDs (Expert Forum)
Cefalexin (Keflex) for Gonorrhea?
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University of Washington
Seattle - WA
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Some of the most common types of questions concern the risk of HIV or STD after a particular sexual exposure, and about symptoms that might or might not be due to HIV. If your question is along these lines, please visit the HIV Prevention and Safe Sex Forum.
Doctor's Answer
by H. Hunter Handsfield, M.D., Aug 17, 2005 12:00AM
, Aug 17, 2005 12:00AM
Cefalexin is not recommended for gonorrhea, but usually would work if taken for several days. But it has no effect at all against chlamydia.
If you had a sexual encounter you are worried about, PLEASE do not treat yourself with leftover cefalexin or anything else, especially if you are developing symptoms. See an STD-knowledgeable heatlhcare provider for diagnosis and proper treatment. You can go to your local health department STD clinic for expert, confidential, lifestyle-sensitive, and free or very low cost care.
Good luck-- HHH, MD
If you had a sexual encounter you are worried about, PLEASE do not treat yourself with leftover cefalexin or anything else, especially if you are developing symptoms. See an STD-knowledgeable heatlhcare provider for diagnosis and proper treatment. You can go to your local health department STD clinic for expert, confidential, lifestyle-sensitive, and free or very low cost care.
Good luck-- HHH, MD
Thanks so much.
HHH, MD