provider UPDATE august 24, 2026

There are updated post-exposure prophylaxis recommendations for Lyme disease in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Health now recommends prophylaxis (doxycycline 4.4mg/kg for 1 dose, max of 200 mg/dose) for individuals who find an attached, engorged blacklegged tick in OH within 72 hours of removal. Review contraindications to doxycycline such as allergies and pregnancy prior to prescribing. Note that this recommendation is for the state of Ohio only and not Kentucky or Indiana.

The Community Practice Support Tool (CPST) for Tickborne Diseases has been updated HERE.