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Pre-exposure Prophylaxsis (PreP) is a preventive treatment against Human Immunodefienecy Virus and is meant for individuals who are at high risk of contracting the infection.
PrEP involves taking a pill daily to reduce the likelihood of allowing HIV to infect the body even if there is potential exposure.
PrEP is 99% effective when used daily against HIV by sexual transmission and 74% effective against HIV by injection use.
You can now purchase Prescription PrEP medicines for a lesser price at Meds For Less. Please check out our catalogue on the cost of pre exposure prophylaxis medication on our website.
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Pre-exposure prophylaxsis (PrEP) is a preventive treatment for individuals who are at high risk for contracting HIV (Human Immunodeficiency virus). PrEP involves taking prescription PrEP medication daily to effectively reduce the likelihood of contracting HIV through sexual contact or intravenous drug use.
PrEP contains 2 main active ingredients, Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) and emtricitabine (FTC) and is approved for use in all adults and adolescents at risk. It works by blocking the HIV virus from establishing a permanent infection in the body.
PrEP reduces the risk of HIV from sexual contact by 99% and the risk of HIV from injection use by 74% when taken daily.
PrEP may be indicated in the following scenarios:
Please consult your healthcare provider about possible use of PrEP for you.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a method by which a person who is at high risk of contracting a disease takes medication before potential exposure to reduce the likelihood of infection. PrEP is most associated with the prevention of HIV. It works by taking certain antiviral medications which block the virus from replicating in the body if it enters the bloodstream and establishing a permanent infection in the body.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is taken before potential exposure to HIV and is designed for ongoing use for people at high risk of HIV. PrEP requires consistent daily use for maximum effectiveness.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PeP) is an emergency use medicine taken after potential exposure to HIV during a high risk event such as unprotected event or needle sharing. PeP must be started within 72 hours of exposure and taken continuously for 28 days hence.
You should start taking PrEP if you are at ongoing risk of contracting HIV and the timing of starting depends on your risk level and exposure history.
Indications for taking PrEP include sexual risk factors such as having a HIV positive sexual partner, having had a recent STI, sharing intravenous needles with others and other high-risk situations such as engaging in commercial sex work or being in a community with high HIV prevalence.
If taking PrEP truvada, you should begin taking these hiv prep meds at least 7 days before potential HIV exposure. Some Truvada regimens allow immediate coverage (2-24 hours before exposure) by taking a higher dose before exposure and followed by a few days of daily dosage.
Please discuss with your healthcare provider when and how to start taking prep meds for Hiv, for effective and maximum protection.
Pre exposure prophylaxis hiv medication works by using antiviral medicines like disoproxil fumarate and emtricitabine to stop the HIV lifecycle. These medicines stop the HIV from entering the cells and replicating. Without replication, HIV cannot establish a hold in the body, cannot replicate and therefore cannot establish a hold.
When taken effectivley, PrEP reduces the risk of HIV transmission by sexual intercourse by around 99% and the risk of HIV transmission through injection drug use by 71%.
In most cases you will need to get tested before taking pre exposure prophylaxis medications to ensure maximal HIV prevention.
PrEP is only effective for HIV negative people, and you must test negative for HIV before starting the medication otherwise it can lead to drug resistance.
Other tests include kidney function tests as PrEP medications can affect kidneys, hepatitis B or C screening as PrEP can help treat them. It’s also important to test for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) to address one’s overall sexual health.
To ensure continued good health, it’s important to test for HIV every 3 months while on PrEP and kidney functions every 6 months or as recommended by your provider.
Please consult your healthcare provider on the frequency and type of testing required when taking PrEP.
The most common prep hiv medication is a pill made by the combination of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and emtricitabine. It is essential to take this medication correctly to effectively prevent HIV.
The daily dose of PrEP is recommended for most people to ensure consistent levels of medicine in the bloodstream, regardless of frequency of sexual activity, to protect against Sexullay Transmitted Infections (STI’s).
The on-demand version of PrEP is approved in the UK for use of Gay/Bisexual men. It is recommended to be taken 2-24 hours before sexual activity and one pill daily until 48 hours after last sexual activity.
While on PrEP meds, its important to take it consistently for maximum effectiveness. It is also important to note that PrEP becomes effective 7 days after daily use for anal sex and only becomes effective after 21 days of continuous daily use for vaginal sex or injection drug use.
Please also remember to get tested for HIV every 3 months while on PrEP pills, and have your kidney function monitored every 6 months.
Finally, please note that PrEP medicines do not protect against other sexually transmitted infections or pregnancy and that it is essential to use other forms of protection while on PrEP.
Pre exposure prophylaxis PrEP pills are not available Over The Counter (OTC) and you will need a prescription form a suitably qualified healthcare professional to obtain access to this medicine.
Prescriptions are required for safe and effective use as you will need to get tested for HIV and good kidney function before starting PrEP and regularly while on PrEP.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis medication (PrEP) is generally safe and well tolerated, however, just like most medicines, some side effects can be experienced.
Most side effects are mild to moderate and disappear with continued use as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects include:
Less common but more serious side effects include:
There are some rare but serious side effects of PrEP such as:
If you experience any of these rare side effects, please seek medical attention immediately
PrEp is generally considered a safe and effective, and widely used preventive measure against HIV.
The more common side effects of PrEP are mild and disappear with continued use as the body adjusts to the medication.
The rarer side effects such as reduction in kidney function or bone mineral density is regularly monitored while on PrEP through testing by your healthcare provider. Stopping PrEp usually reverses these effects.
Generally PrEP is considered a safe and effective medication against HIV, however please consult with your healthcare provider whether PrEP is safe for you to use.
There are several different classications of PrEP depending on ingredients, method of administration and the dosing schedule.A
The two main medicines involved in Prep are:
At Meds For Less, we have a generic version of PrEP that contains the same ingredients as Truvada, the same effectiveness and same safety profile.
There are also injectable versions of PrEP available, please consult your healthcare provider about the use of these.
PrEP can be taken via a daily dosing schedule, and this method is most effective at providing consistent protection against HIV. Daily dosing allows protection against HIV after 7 days of daily use and protects against HIV transmission by vaginal sex after 21 days of daily use.
PrEP can also be taken “on-demand” for emergency situations. “On Demand” PrEP is taken only around the time of sexual activity; it is suitable for men who engage in sexual activity with other men.
It can be taken as 2 pills at least 2-4 hours before sex, followed by 1 pill daily if sexual activity continues and 1 pill daily for 48 hours after sexual activity ends.
PrEP medications work by using antiviral medications to stop HIV from establishing a permanent hold in the body if exposed.
HIV targets a type of T immune cell and uses these cells to replicate and spread throughout the whole body.
The medicines in PrEP (Tenofovir and Emtricitabine) work by interfering with the virus’s ability to replicate. By stopping HIV replication at an early stage, PrEP ensures the virus cannot establish a foothold in the body or cause a long-term infection.
PrEP is 99% effective against HIV by sexual transmission and 74% effective against HIV transmission by needle injection.
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis medications (PrEP) is reccomended for individuals who are at high risk for acquiring HIV.
People from high risk groups can include:
Please speak to your healthcare professional to discuss prospective sexual activity, the risk of transmission of HIV and the need for PrEP.
Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is highly effective at preventing HIV when taken correctly and consistently.
PrEP is 99% effective against the acquisition of HIV by sexual transmission (including anal and vaginal sex).
It is 74% effective against the acquisition of HIV through the use of injections and needle sharing. Protection against HIV increases with consistent PrEP use.
Prescription PrEP pills can be bought on Meds for Less easily and reliably as well. Simply fill out our confidential form stating your needs, symptoms and request. This will be reviewed by our in house doctor who will then authorise your prescription, allowing for quick and effective delivery to your house within 24 hours.
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