Chlamydia Treatment Treatments
The pharmacists at Ashcroft Pharmacy understand that sexually transmitted diseases can be embarrassing to get treatment for. We offer the option of getting chlamydia treatment discreetly and safely.
Once you have confirmed your diagnosis with a self-testing chlamydia test or NHS test kit, simply fill out the health questionnaire below, and we will deliver your treatment to your doorstep in enclosed, discreet packaging.
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Chlamydia Treatment Key Information
About Chlamydia & Chlamydia Treatment
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia can be contracted at any age, but it is most frequently seen in sexually active people under 25.
It can be spread through unprotected sex (vaginal, anal, or oral), sharing sex toys or your genitals coming into contact with another person’s genitals.
Most people with chlamydia have no obvious symptoms, so the infection can go unnoticed. Without prompt chlamydia treatment, the bacteria can spread and lead to long-term problems such as pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pelvic pain, and fertility issues. Therefore, if you are worried you might have been exposed to chlamydia, or you have any symptoms that concern you, speak to a healthcare professional or get a same-day chlamydia test just to be sure.
Get Assessed for Chlamydia Treatment
The good news is that chlamydia is curable with antibiotics.
If you have tested positive for the infection, Ashcroft Pharmacy can help you get the correct chlamydia treatment delivered to your home, so you can avoid an embarrassing visit to the GP.
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Who is Considered to be at a High Risk of Contracting Chlamydia?
- If you have unprotected sex with more than one sexual partner,
- Under the age of 25
- If you have a new partner,it's advisable to get tested first.
- In your past, you have been diagnosed with chlamydia.
Diagnosis of chlamydia
The only way to know if you have chlamydia is to get tested. Fortunately, the available methods of testing are quick and painless.
You can purchase chlamydia tests online, or you can go to your GP or local sexual health clinic, where you can have a chlamydia test for free.
Free NHS Home Test Kits for Under 25s
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For a physical examination, a healthcare professional examines any discharge, sores, and spots in infected areas and takes a swab from potentially infected areas, such as the vagina, penis, throat or anus.
A Chlamydia test also often involves a urine sample that is sent to a laboratory for analysis. If you test positive for chlamydia, your sexual partner(s) must receive chlamydia treatment at the same time to avoid reinfection.
The results may take several days. The doctor’s office should call to discuss the results. If the test returns positive, a follow-up appointment and treatment options will be discussed.
If you want to pay extra for speedy results, some sexual health clinics allow you to purchase same-day chlamydia tests.
Prevention for chlamydia
Regular testing and practising safer sex are key to reducing your risk of getting or passing on chlamydia.
You can help protect yourself and your sexual partners by:
- Using a condom during vaginal, anal or oral sex.
- Using a dental dam over the vulva or anus during oral sex or when rubbing female genitals together.
- Not sharing sex toys, or washing them and covering them with a fresh condom between uses and between partners.
How common is chlamydia in the UK?
Don’t feel ashamed if you contract chlamydia. It is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK, affecting both men and women, with approximately 2-3 out of every 100 sexually active young people getting chlamydia each year, according to the Sexually Transmitted Infections and Screening for Chlamydia in England: 2024 report.
When analysing STI diagnoses and chlamydia screening data for 2023, with comparisons to 2022 and trends from 2014 to 2023:
- In England, new STI cases rose by 4.7%, from 383,789 in 2022 to 401,800 in 2023.
- Chlamydia diagnoses also increased slightly, from 194,244 to 194,970 over the same period.
Sources
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/sexually-transmitted-infections-stis-annual-data-tables/sexually-transmitted-infections-and-screening-for-chlamydia-in-england-2024-report
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chlamydia/
https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/chlamydia-uncomplicated-genital/
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/sexually-transmitted-infections-stis-annual-data-tables
Causes and Transmission
Chlamydia is caused by bacteria called Chlamydia Trachomatis and can be spread between people through the sexual fluids produced by the penis and vagina.
This means chlamydia can be transmitted without penetration or ejaculation.
Chlamydia cannot be caught through casual contact, e.g. holding hands, kissing, or sharing household objects such as towels, baths or cutlery.
Ways of Transmission:
Unprotected Sex:
Chlamydia is commonly transmitted through sexual activities that lack protection, such as vaginal, anal, or oral sex without using barrier methods like condoms.
Vertical Transmission (Mother to Child):
Chlamydia can be passed from an infected mother to her baby during childbirth. This highlights the importance of early detection and chlamydia treatment in pregnant individuals to prevent potential complications in newborns.
Ashcroft Pharmacy offers confidential chlamydia treatment with prescription antibiotics, dispensed from our UK registered pharmacy and delivered discreetly anywhere in the UK.
The most commonly prescribed chlamydia treatments are:
- Doxycycline: Take ONE tablet twice daily for 7 days.
- Azithromycin: One 1g dose, followed by 500mg once a day for 2 days.
Your Ashcroft Pharmacy prescriber will decide which antibiotic is right for your chlamydia treatment based on your medical history and the information you provide in your consultation.
Always take your chlamydia treatment exactly as directed and complete the full course, even if symptoms improve sooner than expected.
If symptoms continue or return after treatment, contact your GP, sexual health clinic, or our pharmacy team for further advice.
Written and reviewed by our qualified team — Mr Suhail Jamil, Superintendent Pharmacist (GPhC 2069518).