Is PrEP right for me?

PrEP is a medication for people who don’t have HIV but who could be at risk of contracting HIV, such as people who have anal sex without a condom, and people who have an HIV-positive sexual partner. PrEP is not for people who are HIV positive.

PrEP is a medication for people who don’t have HIV but who could be at risk of contracting HIV, such as people who have anal sex without a condom, and people who have an HIV-positive sexual partner. PrEP is not for people who are HIV positive.

If you don’t know your HIV status, the first step is to get tested. You’ll need to be tested for HIV before you start PrEP and every time your PrEP prescription is refilled. Learn more about HIV testing.

You may not be at high risk for contracting HIV at this time, but you should talk to your health care provider about PrEP and your specific situation.

PrEP is a medication for people who don’t have HIV, but who could be at risk of contracting HIV, such as people who have sex without a condom with partners whose HIV status you do not know. You can learn more about talking to your provider about PrEP and find a PrEP provider in your area using the service locator.