Statements on the Role of Antibiotic Chemoprophylaxis against Leptospirosis

Posted by PCP
October 20, 2009

A. Pre-exposure Measures
1. The most effective preventive measure is the avoidance of high-risk exposure (i.e. wading in floods and contaminated water, contact with animal body fluids).
2. If high risk exposure is unavoidable, appropriate protective measures include wearing boots, goggles, overalls, and rubber gloves.
3. Pre-exposure antibiotic prophylaxis is NOT ROUTINELY RECOMMENDED. However, in those individuals who [...]

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