Tick bites - post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent Lyme disease

After a tick bite, a single preventive dose of antibiotic can lower the risk of Lyme disease in eligible cases. Timing matters, so visit soon after a bite.

Treatments our pharmacist can prescribe

For your information only: in Ontario, our pharmacist can assess this condition and, when appropriate, prescribe from the medications listed below. This information is provided for educational purposes - it is not an offer to sell. These are prescription treatments that require a pharmacist assessment, and the right option is chosen for you.

  • Antibacterials: Doxycycline

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