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Penicillin allergy Syphilis
My friend was detected with latent syphilis. Since he was allergic to penicillin, he was recommended Doxycycline 100 mg BD for 28 days. But I read on the internet that penicillin is the drug of choice. Will Doxycycline be effective for him? His RPR is 1:4 and TPHA is weakly positive. Does Doxycycline work as good as penicillin?
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Same effect... however , does he had any exposure?.. repeat the test and review by direct online consultation with report
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Abigail
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Mumbai
How did you come to know of the penicillin allergy? If the patient is truly allergic to penicillin, then doxycycline is the next drug of choice. Repeat RPR in 3 to 4 weeks and will help indicate the effectiveness for your satisfaction. If found ineffective, there are ways to sensitive a patient to penicillin.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
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8 yrs exp
Surat
It is effective trust your treating dermatologist doctor
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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