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PrEP 101
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a once-a-day medication for anyone without HIV who wants extra peace of mind.
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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a great tool for protecting your sexual health, and we're here to answer your questions in a way that's easy to understand and puts your mind at ease.
PrEP is a pill that you take once a day, every day. It's important to take it consistently to keep the right amount of the drug in your body for maximum protection. Your doctor will also have you come in for regular checkups and HIV tests while you're on PrEP.
There are lots of great resources out there! A few to check out: • The CDC's PrEP page: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/prep.html • PleasePrEPMe.org: https://www.pleaseprepme.org/ • Your local LGBTQ+ community center or HIV/AIDS service organization
There are a few ways to get help paying for PrEP: • Many insurance plans cover PrEP, including Medicaid in some states • Drug assistance programs can help with co-pays or provide PrEP for free if you don't have insurance • Some community health centers and clinics offer PrEP on a sliding fee scale based on your income
PrEP is only meant for people who are HIV-negative. If someone who already has HIV takes PrEP instead of their regular HIV treatment, the virus could develop resistance to the medications in PrEP. This means those drugs might not work as well to treat their HIV in the future. If you're HIV-positive, it's crucial to work closely with your doctor to find the right treatment plan for you, which will likely include different medications than those used in PrEP.
Yes, PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV when taken as prescribed. Studies show that PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99% and from injection drug use by at least 74%. It works by stopping the virus from taking hold and spreading in your body if you're exposed to it. Just remember, PrEP doesn't protect against other STIs, so it's still important to use condoms for added protection.
Yes, HIV tests can still detect HIV infection while someone is taking PrEP. Regular HIV testing is actually an important part of being on PrEP to make sure it's working effectively.
PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a daily pill that can help prevent HIV infection. It's for people who don't have HIV but are at higher risk of getting it.
If someone is taking PrEP consistently and correctly, the risk of getting HIV from them is extremely low. PrEP helps protect both partners!
PrEP is only for people who don't have HIV. If someone with HIV takes PrEP instead of their regular HIV treatment, the virus could develop resistance to the medications in PrEP. If you have HIV, it's important to work with your doctor on the right treatment plan for you.
PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV when taken as prescribed. It reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99%. But it's still important to use condoms for added protection and to prevent other STIs.