What is PEP and how does it work? As part of PEP(post-exposure prophylaxis), antiretroviral drugs are provided for a brief
period of time to
prevent the HIV infection from taking root in your body.
For it to be successful, it must be started within 72 hours (3 days) of an HIV infection. Every hour
matters.
PEP should only be used in emergency circumstances. It should not be used for a long time by those who are
frequently exposed to HIV.
What Points to a PEP Need? If you are HIV-negative or unsure of your status but believe you may have been exposed to HIV during the
previous 72 hours, PEP may be appropriate for you.
· When having a sexual contact with another person (for example, you had a condom break with a partner of
unknown HIV status or a partner with HIV who is not virally suppressed)
· By using shared needles, syringes, or other injecting equipment.
· by means of sexual assault
Get in touch with your doctor very away, or head to an urgent care center or emergency room.
Your healthcare provider or the emergency department physician will assess you, advise you on whether PEP
is a good option for you, and help you choose which PEP pills to take.
You might also be administered PEP if you work in the medical field and have been exposed to HIV
while at work, perhaps through a needle stick wound.
How Effective Is PEP?PEP can be helpful in avoiding HIV infection when properly provided, albeit it is not completely
effective. The earlier PEP is started after an HIV infection, the better.
It's essential to practice additional HIV prevention measures while taking PEP, such as using condoms
correctly every time you have sex and only injecting with new, sterile
supplies.
Dr. Raina’s Safe Hands Clinic
Dr. Vinod Raina HIV Doctor in South Delhi
Contact Us-9136363692 |9871605858
Address: — Saket E-34, Ekta Apartments near
Malviya Nagar Metro Station Gate No-4 New Delhi -110017
