Clamelle Chlamydia Treatment (Azithromycin) 500mg tablets FAQ

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Are there any age restrictions for testing & treatment?
We are unable to supply tests or treatment to (or for) those under the age of 16 years old. You should visit a clinic that specialises in treating Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Details of these clinics can be found by contacting us, from the telephone book, from your local hospital, or from the STI clinic directory on the website of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (www.bashh.org). Clinics are confidential and will not inform GPs of any results, unless specifically requested to do so. You can attend one of these clinics at any age (even if you are under the age of consent for sex which is 16).
How is chlamydia treated?
Once diagnosed, uncomplicated chlamydia infection is easy to treat and cure. Azithromycin (Clamelle) is currently the most common treatment and is available here on this website. Alternatively you can get treatment from the NHS by visiting your local clinic which deals with Sexually Transmitted Infections. Recent sexual partners (within the last six months) should be treated to prevent re-infection and further spread of disease. Partner Notification Card(s) can be downloaded from this site for you to give, or send, to partners to help with telling them and encouraging them to get treatment.
Should my partner be tested as well?
If you have tested positive for chlamydia, it is likely that anyone you have sex with regularly will have it too. It is important that any people you have recently had sex with are also treated, to stop them re-infecting you, passing on the infection or having problems in the future. If you have tested positive for chlamydia, your partner(s) can use your URN to purchase treatment from us (if suitable) without needing to buy a test. Some partners may also choose to be tested.
What should I do if the test results are positive?
If you have bought a test and the result is positive, don`t worry. You can be treated quickly with antibiotics. Just go to the treatment area of this website and we’ll check the treatment we offer is suitable for you. In some cases we may refer you to a specialist NHS clinic or to your GP. If you have confirmed chlamydia you should also be tested for other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), which may also be present without symptoms. Most testing for sexual infections is done in STI clinics (also called Genito-Urinary Medicine or GUM clinics) which have specialist facilities for testing and systems for contacting, testing and treating sexual partners. Details of these clinics can be found by contacting us, from the telephone book, your local hospital, or from the STI clinic directory on the website of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (www.bashh.org). Clinics are confidential and will not inform GPs of any results, unless specifically requested to do so. You can attend one of these clinics at any age (even if you are under the age of consent for sex which is 16).
What should I do if the test results are negative?
If your test is negative, it means you don`t have chlamydia. However, if you believe you were at risk of getting chlamydia, you will be more likely to have other Sexually Transmitted Infections and so you should get yourself tested at a clinic, just in case.
What should I do if the test results are neither positive nor negative?
If the result of your test is unclear and is recorded as neither positive or negative, the test should be repeated. Contact us and we will provide another test free of charge.
What should I do if I have received a Partner Notification Card?
You can buy treatment on this website here (if the treatment is suitable for you). Alternatively, you can take the card to your local NHS Genito-Urinary Medicine (GUM) clinic where treatment is free or to your GP where you may need to pay an NHS prescription charge.
Can I take azithromycin (Clamelle) with other medicines?
Azithromycin (or Clamelle) does not work properly if taken at the same time as antacids (indigestion treatments). Please tell us if you are taking anything for this. If you do take antacids you should take azithromycin at least one hour before, or two hours after the antacid. If you take the oral contraceptive pill and you experience vomiting or diarrhoea, you will need to take extra precautions after taking azithromycin. Ask your pharmacist or GP about this and read your `pill` patient information leaflet carefully.
Can I take Clamelle tablets with the pill?
Yes, but if you are taking the oral contraceptive pill and you experience vomiting or diarrhoea, you will need to take extra precautions after taking Clamelle Tablets. Ask your pharmacist about this and read the pill patient information leaflet carefully.