Sexually transmitted infection (STI) risk in high risk patients is a common problem compounded by antimicrobial resistance. Join host, Geoff Wall, with guest Amanda Bushman, as they discuss a new post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) therapy for STI prevention
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Sexually transmitted infection incidence is higher than most clinicians suspect. Doxycycline may offer effective post-exposure prophylaxis for some HIV positive patients.
Host
Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP
Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University
Internal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health
Guest
Amanda Bushman, PharmD, BCIDP
Clinical Pharmacist
UnityPoint Health
References
Luetkemeyer AF, Donnell D, Dombrowski JC, et al. Postexposure Doxycycline to Prevent Bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections. N Engl J Med. 2023 Apr 6;388(14):1296-1306. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa2211934. PMID: 37018493; PMCID: PMC10140182.
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CE Information
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Discuss the DOXY-PEP study
2. Apply results of DOXY-PEP to patient care
0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-23-205-H01-P
Initial release date: 5/22/2023
Expiration date: 5/22/2024
Additional CPE details can be found here.