What is PrEP?
PrEP is a daily pill (or an injection) that helps protect you from HIV. When taken correctly, it works very well—up to 99% effective.
Who should use PrEP?
You may need PrEP if you:
✔ Have a partner with HIV
✔ Have more than one partner or don’t always use condoms
✔ Recently had an STI
✔ Share needles or injection equipment
How do I take PrEP?
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One pill every day at the same time
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It takes 7 days to protect for anal sex and 21 days for vaginal sex or injection drug use
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Do not stop without asking your doctor
Event based PrEP is used as an alternative to daily regime.
Before starting PrEP:
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HIV test (must be negative)
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Kidney test
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Hepatitis B test
While on PrEP:
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HIV test every 3 months
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Kidney test every 6–12 months
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STI check regularly
Side effects:
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Most people have none
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Mild nausea or headache may happen at first, usually goes away
Important:
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PrEP does NOT protect against STIs or pregnancy—use condoms too
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If you miss many doses, PrEP will not work well
Questions?
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