Doxycycline is an antibiotic, meaning that it acts against bacteria, and should only be used when prescribed by a medical doctor. In South Africa, doxycycline is available under several trade names, and is available as a tablet or capsule. It is often used in cases of acne and other skin infections and may also be prescribed for UTI’s (urinary tract infections), chlamydia, gonorrhea and oral infections.
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Emergency contraceptive pills often referred to as the “morning after pill” is a commonly used method to prevent pregnancy after sexual intercourse. Emergency contraceptive pills were developed to be used prior to sexual intercourse but can be effective up to 72 hours after intercourse warranting the common name, “morning after” pill. The widespread use of the morning after pill in South Africa is a cause for concern as it indicates that suitable methods of STD (sexually transmitted disease) prevention, like condoms, is not being utilized consistently given the high HIV/AIDS prevalence within the country.
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