What is PrEP?
PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is medicine that reduces your chances of getting HIV from sex or injection drug use. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective (up to 99%) at preventing HIV.
Are there different types of PrEP?
Allies for Health + Wellbeing offers PrEP as a once-daily pill and as injectables given every two months or every six months. Our PrEP navigator and our clinic team are happy to help you decide what kind of PrEP is best for you and your lifestyle. No matter what version of PrEP you choose, you can get your prescription filled at Allies Pharmacy.
PrEP FAQ
Is PrEP right for me?
If you are sexually active and HIV-negative, then yes! Being on PrEP will help give you peace of mind and will put you in control of your sexual health. Allies’ PrEP navigator and clinic team can talk to you about your options for PrEP and get you started right away!
How do I take PrEP?
PrEP is available as a pill and an injectable. When speaking with the Allies clinic team, we recommend asking about the benefits of both to decide which is right for you!
Is PrEP safe?
While everyone can experience medications differently, PrEP is extremely safe and has few side effects. The Allies clinic staff will monitor you every step of the way and always be available to answer any questions you have.
Allies Pharmacy works directly with Allies medical providers, so when you have your prescription filled at Allies, you know your care team is all on the same page when it comes to your health. Our pharmacist is happy to talk with you about medication interactions, side-effects, dosage information, and any other concerns you may have.