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Post-exposure prophylaxis with antibiotics to prevent sexually transmitted infections | Synapse

April 16, 2026Cochrane library0 citations

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Post-exposure prophylaxis with antibiotics to prevent sexually transmitted infections

KSKoko ShibutaniSt. Luke's International Hospital HOHiromu Okano KSKuniko SatoSt. Luke's International University

Key Points

The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness and risks of using antibiotics as post-exposure prophylaxis after sexual intercourse to prevent STIs.
Cochrane Review protocol for assessing interventions
Focus on individuals engaging in sexual intercourse
Analysis of benefits and harms associated with antibiotics for STIs
Potential benefits of antibiotics in reducing STI incidence
Possible harms or side effects related to antibiotic use
Implications for adolescent and adult sexual health practices

Abstract

This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (intervention). The objectives are as follows: To assess the benefits and harms of taking antibiotics after sexual intercourse as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for the incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in adolescents and adults.

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Shibutani et al. (Tue,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e07e242f7e8953b7cbf159 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.cd016125