PrEP (Pre-exposure Prophylaxis)
What is PrEP?
Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a pill you can take to protect yourself from HIV. It can be taken by an HIV negative person to reduce the risk of getting HIV from sexual exposure when taken as prescribed.
PrEP, available through the NHS in England, is a single tablet containing Tenofovir Disoproxil and Emtricitabine. These drugs have been used for many years as part of treatment for people living with HIV.
Find out more about Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). Use the menu on the left for more information on how to access PrEP.
Post exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) following exposure to HIV
PEP is used to try to prevent a person from getting HIV after they may have been exposed to the HIV virus and it must be started as soon as possible and no later than 72 hours from risk.
Use the menu on the left for more information and to access PEP.
