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APRETUDE is a prescription medicine used for HIV-1 PrEP to reduce the risk of getting HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents who weigh at least 77 pounds (at least 35 kg).
PrEP 101
PrEP 101
What is PrEP and how does it work?
PrEP stands for “pre-exposure prophylaxis.” It is a medication for people who are HIV-1 negative that helps prevent getting HIV-1 through sex
PrEP, either as an injection or daily pill, helps prevent someone from getting HIV from an HIV-positive partner
When taking PrEP, it’s important to take it as prescribed for it to be effective at preventing HIV
It’s important to know that PrEP does not protect against other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and should always be used with condoms
When taken as prescribed, PrEP can help you stay protected against HIV if a condom breaks, isn’t used correctly, or isn’t used the whole time
What is PrEP and how does it work?
PrEP stands for “pre-exposure prophylaxis.” It is a medication for people who are HIV-1 negative that helps prevent getting HIV-1 through sex
PrEP, either as an injection or daily pill, helps prevent someone from getting HIV from an HIV-positive partner
When taking PrEP, it’s important to take it as prescribed for it to be effective at preventing HIV
It’s important to know that PrEP does not protect against other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and should always be used with condoms
When taken as prescribed, PrEP can help you stay protected against HIV if a condom breaks, isn’t used correctly, or isn’t used the whole time
APRETUDE is a long-acting PrEP option you get every other month, instead of a PrEP pill you take every day.
APRETUDE is given every other month by a healthcare provider after initiation injections have been given 1 month apart for 2 consecutive months. Stay under a provider’s care while receiving APRETUDE. You must receive it as scheduled. If you will miss a scheduled injection by more than 7 days, call your provider right away.
APRETUDE is a long-acting PrEP option you get every other month, instead of a PrEP pill you take every day.
APRETUDE is given every other month by a healthcare provider after initiation injections have been given 1 month apart for 2 consecutive months. Stay under a provider’s care while receiving APRETUDE. You must receive it as scheduled. If you will miss a scheduled injection by more than 7 days, call your provider right away.
Who can prescribe PrEP?
Any healthcare provider who is licensed to prescribe medication can prescribe PrEP, including primary care doctors.