Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a HIV prevention method that involves people who do not have HIV taking anti-HIV medications daily to prevent HIV infection. When taken as prescribed, it is highly effective in preventing HIV infection.
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PrEP 101
How long does it take for PrEP to work?
For vaginal sex, it takes at least 20 days of daily use
For anal sex, it takes at least 7 days of daily use
What are the side effects of PrEP?
PrEP can cause mild side effects, such as upset stomach, headaches, weight loss, nausea and vomiting, and diarrhea to name a few.
More serious side effects include liver and kidney problems, depression, and allergic reaction to name a few.
Side effects usually only last for a few weeks
PrEP may be an option if
You wonder how HIV impacts your life
You or your partner(s) recently had gonorrhea or syphilis
Condoms are not used with partners of unknown HIV status
You want to have a baby with a man living with HIV
You want to have sex without condoms with a partner who has HIV who is not consistently taking medications
You inject drug and share needles
You have sex for money, food, housing, and/or drugs
IF YOU HAVE A HIGH COPAY
Gilead has a co-pay assistance program called the Gilead Advancing Access that can cover up to $7200
IF YOU ARE UN-INSURED
Gilead has a program where you can get medication for free through the Advancing Access Patient Assistance Program
