Oral Cefixime Shows Promise for Syphilis Treatment

Preliminary trial results suggest a viable alternative to penicillin for early syphilis management

Oct 27, 2024

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Topline:

Oral cefixime demonstrated treatment success rates comparable to penicillin in a small trial for early syphilis, offering a potential solution amidst penicillin shortages and patient intolerance.

Study Details:

The study, led by Kori Keith, MPH, at the University of Southern California, investigates oral cefixime's efficacy for early syphilis. W…

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