Many kinds of sexually transmitted infections (in short, STIs) may you perform unprotected sex or have sex with an already infected person. A few examples of such infections include gonorrhea and chlamydia. One may get either of these infections when you are engaging in sex without ample protection, say – without using condoms, dams or other such protection. But, what types of antibacterial meds/antibiotics are used for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia? It is a safe thing to know additional inputs.
What is chlamydia?
It is a sexually transmitted condition; its onset does not show up through any symptoms or signs. You can get it when you perform oral sex without using an oral dam, touching the genitals or having sex without a condom. Babies may get this condition it mothers are living with this infectious condition. Though its incidence cannot be inferred through any signs, one is likely to experience painful urination, discharge of a creamy substance from vagina.
In men, chlamydia can trigger discomforts in testicles, pain in lower abdomen, discharge yellowish cream from your penis, etc. Among women symptoms like painful sexual intercourse, inflammation of cervix, loss of blood (sizable quantity) in periods, urinary problems or infections, etc. may occur. Once you notice one or more of these symptoms or signs, seek clinical help on a top-priority basis.
What is gonorrhea?
This condition is transmitted through unprotected anal sex or vaginal sex. People who engage in oral sex may also get it – especially, through tongue kissing or French kissing. Typical signs of gonorrhea among men include urge to urinate immediately, discharge of a creamy substance (resembling pus) from your penis, etc. In a few men with gonorrhea, inflammation of the penis at its opening or swelling of testicles is observed.
In women, conditions may resemble those of yeast or fungal infections. You are likely to witness copious discharge of blood during your periods, painful episodes of urination, pains while having sex, etc. Other non-genital signs are soreness or swelling of throat, inflammation of lymph-noes in the neck, discoloration of throat, etc.
What antibiotics are administered for the treatment of gonorrhea and chlamydia?
One of the most-widely used antibiotics is azithromycin; your treating doctor may also prescribe ceftriaxone as part of first line treatment. Azithromycin is an antibacterial med which enables the arrest of bacterial growth and progression. Its essential ingredients can also treat a range of infections such as ear-infections, eye-based infections and of course, sexually transmitted diseases/infections.
It is a good practice to tell your doctor of earlier spells of hypersensitivity or allergies – if any, prior to taking azithromycin. Also, if you had witnessed counterproductive effects while using drugs such as erythromycin or clarithromycin, your caregiving team must have needful details.
A single dose of azithromycin – at 1 mg is widely offered for treating chlamydia. But, on having a dose, it is recommended to refrain from engaging in sexual acts for 7 days’ time. Your doctor will advise follow-up visits for two to three weeks. These visits are required to check how your treatment progresses.
People who witness a stomach problem or digestive disorders, you are advised to consume this drug with food. Last but not least, this med is not an OTC med. Hence, it is a wise thing to take it as per the instructions of a doctor/pharmacist.
Disclaimer
Information provided here are only of supplementary nature. Information shared here does not substitute a qualified doctor’s advice. This website is not suggesting intake of this drug as safe or appropriate. Hence it is advised to talk to your doctor before consuming this med or any other drug.
Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from New York University. Experience: 5 years of experience writing for physiotherapy and sports medicine blogs, providing expert insights on injury prevention and rehabilitation.
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