What is PEP?
What is PEP?
Do you think you may have been exposed to HIV within the last 72 hours?
PEP may be an option for you.
PEP, or Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, is medication taken by individuals who may have been recently exposed to HIV, in order to avoid contracting the virus.
- It is a combination of antiretroviral (ART) medications that must be taken once or twice daily, for 28 days, WITHIN 72 hours of exposure to HIV.
- While taking PEP, it is important that EVERY pill be taken as directed and no doses are missed.
- If started soon after exposure, PEP can reduce the risk of HIV acquisition by over 80%.*
HOW TO GET PEP IN TENNESEE
Locations that offer immediate access to PEP include:
Because PEP is not consistently available across Tennessee, reach out to a PrEP Navigator who can tell you where PEP is available in your area. Some places where PEP is generally available include:
- Planned Parenthood
- CVS minute clinics
- Walgreens minute clinics
- some emergency departments
How to pay for PEP
Whether you have health insurance or not, there are several options to help you pay for PEP. A PrEP Navigator can help you determine which is best for you.Do you think you may have been exposed to HIV within the last 72 hours?
PEP may be an option for you.
PEP, or Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, is medication taken by individuals who may have been recently exposed to HIV, in order to avoid contracting the virus.
- It is a combination of antiretroviral (ART) medications that must be taken once or twice daily, for 28 days, WITHIN 72 hours of exposure to HIV.
- While taking PEP, it is important that EVERY pill be taken as directed and no doses are missed.
- If started soon after exposure, PEP can reduce the risk of HIV acquisition by over 80%.*
HOW TO GET PEP
Locations that offer immediate access to PEP include:
- Planned Parenthood
- CVS minute clinics
- Walgreens minute clinics
- The nearest emergency room
How to pay for PEP
Other options include:
- Health insurance
- Prescription assistance programs
- Office for Victims of Crime
PrEP Navigators can help you find resources to make PEP affordable!