Chlamydia Treatment Guide for Doctors
Recommended Regimens
- Azithromycin 1 g PO in single dose, or
- Doxycycline 100 mg PO bid for seven days
Alternative
- Ofloxacin 300 mg PO bid for seven days, or
- Erythromycin 2 g/day PO in divided doses for seven days, or
- Erythromycin 1 g/day PO in divided doses for 14 days
During Pregnancy
- Azithromycin 1 g PO in single dose
Alternative
- Amoxicillin 500 mg TID for seven days, or
- Erythromycin 2 g/day PO in divided doses for seven days, or
- Erythromycin 1 g/day PO in divided doses for 14 days
Penicillin Allergy
Same as recommended treatment regimen.
Follow-up
Rescreen six months post treatment for potential reinfection
Test of cure three to four weeks post treatment, if:
- Alternate treatment used
- Compliance uncertain
- Pregnancy
Partner Testing
All recent sexual partners (60 days back) must be tested and treated.
Free treatment for reportable Sexually Transmitted Infections are available from our Sexual Health Centres.
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