Be cautious with doxy-PEP until AMR impact is clear, experts warn
Researchers say there is an 'urgent need' to implement measures to monitor use of doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis.
Sexual health experts are urging caution when prescribing doxycycline as a morning after pill for STI prevention in gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men until the true impact on antimicrobial resistance is understood.
While the use of doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis (doxy-PEP) was “unavoidable”, they said its widespread implementation without adequate surveillance “warrants increased vigilance”.
