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Medicines bacillus calmette-guerinQuestion & answer

bacillus calmette-guerin · Medicine question

Can I have sex after treatment?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 18 August 2026

The answer

Answer

Temporary abstinence or condom use is advised to reduce partner exposure. Follow the product-specific instructions from your specialist unit.

Sources for this answer

OncoTICE — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
BCG-medac Powder and solvent for intravesical suspension — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
NHS

NHS · NHS medicine guidance

General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.

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