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I was prescribed azithromycin 2 tabs 500 mg for an sti. i took the antibiotics on saturday but had intercourse last night. how long does the pill work?

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Dr. Pamela Huerter answered

Wait a bit: I generally advise abstaining for 7 days after treatment to help prevent transmission to a partner.

Answered 1/28/2016

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A member asked:

I was prescribed azithromycin 2 tabs 500 mg for an sti. i took the antibiotics on saturday but had intercourse last night. how long does the pill work?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pamela Huerter answered

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