The Mu Sigma Phi Fraternity and Sorority, together with the 37th Medical Student Council, is dispensing Doxycycline capsules for post-exposure prophylaxis at key-sites around the UP Manila Campus. See poster for more details. Guidelines for rational Doxcycline use per 2010 PSMID Leptospirosis CPG: LOW-RISK EXPOSURE - single history of wading in flood or contaminated water without wounds, cuts or open lesions of the skin. --> Doxycycline two 100mg capsules single dose w/in 24 to 72 hrs after exposure MODERATE-RISK EXPOSURE - single history of wading in flood or contaminated water and the presence of wounds, cuts, or open lesions of the skin, OR accidental ingestion of contaminated water. --> Doxycycline two 100mg capsules once daily for 3-5 days to be started immediately within 24 to 72 hours from exposure HIGH-RISK EXPOSURE - individuals with continuous exposure (those having more than a single exposure or several days such as those residing in flooded areas, rescuers and relief workers) of wading in flood or contaminated water with or without wounds, cuts or open lesions of the skin. --> Doxycycline two 100mg capsules once weekly until the end of exposure Precaution: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT SIDE EFFECTS/ CONTRAINDICATIONS BEFORE TAKING PROPHYLAXIS/ REGIMEN OF DOXYCYCLINE.
Posted on: Mon, 19 Aug 2013 10:35:38 +0000