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A member asked:
I am allergic to penicillin, can other antibiotics be used to treat syphilis?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: It is known that 60-70% of those thought penicillin allergic are not, skin testing in a protected setting can usually provide more accurate status. Nontheless, the drug Doxycycline given over a 2 wk period may cure syphillis, Azithromycin has been used but some resistant strains have been found. Penicillin is the only drug known effective during pregnancy & can be used with rapid desensitization.
Answered 6/23/2018
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Penicillin is best: Depending on your history of penicillin allergy, you may need to be desensitized to penicillin prior to treatment. I would first recommend consultation with an infectious disease specialist to determine potential alternative treatments.
Answered 2/28/2013
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