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If given 14 days doxycycline for syphilis exposure instead of penicillin due to local drug shortage, how long until not contagious?

Q: if given 14 days doxycycline for syphilis exposure instead of penicillin due to local drug shortage, how long until not contagious?

: That is felt to be enough to treat early syphilis. It's recommended to test after possible syphilis exposure after 3 weeks and again after 3 months. Your local public health department can validate this advice regarding doxy and testing advice.

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That is felt to be enough to treat early syphilis. It's recommended to test after possible syphilis exposure after 3 weeks and again after 3 months. Your local public health department can validate this advice regarding doxy and testing advice.

Answered 8/29/2023

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If given 14 days doxycycline for syphilis exposure instead of penicillin due to local drug shortage, how long until not contagious?

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