Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT)

FEMALES:  If you are experiencing abdominal or pelvic pain, you could have pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which could lead to infertility and issues with future pregnancies because of damage to the reproductive organs. 

MALES:  If you are experiencing testicular pain or swelling, you may have epididymitis which, although rare, could result in persistent pain and infertility. If you have these symptoms see your healthcare provider or go to your local health department immediately.
 

It is important that you are treated for exposure to chlamydia promptly. Often chlamydia has no signs or symptoms, so most people don't know they are infected. Left untreated, chlamydia can lead to serious  complications

You are being offered expedited partner therapy (EPT), which allows sexual partners of individuals diagnosed with chlamydia to receive medications or prescriptions without having to  see a healthcare provider.

You are receiving an antibiotic called azithromycin to treat the infection. Be sure to take all of the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective.

If you experience trouble breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, hives, or severe skin reaction after taking this medication, go to the emergency room immediately and take the container in which your medication came. 

You should not take this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction (like a rash, hives, shortness of breath)  to azithromycin (Zithromax), erythromycin, clarithromycin (Biaxin). If you are unsure about whether you have an allergy, or you have a serious, long-term illness like kidney, liver, or heart disease, colitis, or stomach problems, talk to your doctor before taking this medication.

Do not have any type of sex (with or without protection) for at least 7 days after taking azithromycin or until you have completed a medical evaluation. Avoid any sexual contact (with or without protection) with individuals who have not been treated to avoid re-infection.