All about PrEP
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a preventative pill or shot that contains anti-HIV medications. HIV-negative people can take PrEP daily (as a pill) or every two months (as an injectable) to reduce their risk of becoming infected with HIV. PrEP is highly effective when taken consistently and as prescribed and is recommended for individuals at high risk of HIV exposure, such as those with HIV-positive partners, people who inject drugs, and individuals engaged in condomless sex with multiple partners. Click on the “Find a Provider” tab to see a map and list of PrEP providers in your area. You can find the closest PrEP provider to you and filter results based on your needs. Getting started on PrEP can be confusing, click on the “FAQs” tab to learn more about PrEP. For assistance in how to afford PrEP, click on the “Payment Assistance” tab.
All about PEP
PEP or “post-exposure prophylaxis, is a prevention strategy in which HIV- negative people take anti-HIV medications after coming into contact with HIV to reduce their risk of HIV infection. PEP must be started within 72 hours after HIV exposure. To determine if PEP might be a good option for you, take the “IS PEP an option for me?” quiz below. Click on the “Find a Provider” tab to see a map and list of PEP providers in your area. You can find the closest PEP provider to you and filter results based on your needs. The difference between PrEP and PEP can be confusing, click on the “FAQs” tab to learn more about PEP.