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CDC Health Advisory: Use of Ciprofloxacin or Doxycycline for Postexposure Prophylaxis for Prevention of Inhalational Anthrax

Internet URL

http://www.bt.cdc.gov/DocumentsApp/Anthrax/10312001/han49.asp  

Sponsoring Agency

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Description

Interim recommendations for postexposure prophylaxis to prevent inhalational anthrax after exposure to B. anthracis spores recommend ciprofloxacin or doxycycline as initial therapy in situations associated with current bioterrorism in the United States. This health advisory links to patient information on both drugs.

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Review Date

5/21/2007