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Can Keflex Be Taken To Treat Chlamydia?

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Posted on Fri, 4 Nov 2016
Question: I was prescribed kelfex500mg for a throat problem but I'm thinking I might have been exposed to chlymadia ,wood the kelfex take care of that too?


could you write me a prescription?
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Answered by Dr. Ralph Chambers (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Hello. Keflex would likely not be effective for chlamydia

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Doxycycline or azithromycin are much more effective than Keflex in treating chlamydia.

You should discuss this with your doctor because, if I were he, I'd give you a prescription for either doxycycline or azithromycin.

Please let me know if you need any more information.

Brief Answer:
Sorry, no

Detailed Answer:
This site is only for information purposes and it would be unwise and malpractice for a doctor on this site to write a prescription for a customer. You need to see your doctor about this
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

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Can Keflex Be Taken To Treat Chlamydia?

Brief Answer: Hello. Keflex would likely not be effective for chlamydia Detailed Answer: Hello. Doxycycline or azithromycin are much more effective than Keflex in treating chlamydia. You should discuss this with your doctor because, if I were he, I'd give you a prescription for either doxycycline or azithromycin. Please let me know if you need any more information. Brief Answer: Sorry, no Detailed Answer: This site is only for information purposes and it would be unwise and malpractice for a doctor on this site to write a prescription for a customer. You need to see your doctor about this