How to take PrEP
There are different ways to take PrEP
- Daily: Taking one pill every day for lasting protection
- On-demand: Taking PrEP pills only when you are at risk for getting HIV
For more information on how to take PrEP:
First time using PrEP?
PrEP is safe for most people.
Some people may feel nausea, headache, diarrhoea, bloating or tiredness when they first start, but this usually improves within a few days or weeks.
Speak to a doctor, nurse or pharmacist if side effects are severe or do not improve.
In today's consultation
Your doctor has tested you for HIV, other sexually transmitted infections (syphilis, gonorrhoea, chlamydia), kidney function and hepatitis A/B/C.
You have received
- A 90-day supply of PrEP pills.
- A pathology request form for your next appointment
One week before your next appointmwent
- Complete the required pathology test at one of our partner pathology providers at no cost.
- 4Cyte Pathology
- Melbourne Pathology
Next appointment
- Face-to-face at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre
- Telephone consultation
Receive free PrEP
- Use the prescriptions you receive at one of these pharmacies for free PrEP
- HealthSmart Pharmacy VCCC
- HealthSmart Pharmacy Alfred
- Caremore Bain & Co Pharmacy
- Equal Health Pharmacy
- Newton & leung Pharmacy
Other Protections for HIV & Sexually Transmitted Infection visit these links below: