What is PrEP?

PrEP stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. That means routinely taking prescription medicine before you’re exposed to HIV to help reduce your chances of getting it.

The CDC recommends that ALL sexually active adults and adolescents be informed about PrEP for prevention of HIV.

Just remember, PrEP doesn’t protect against other STIs, so be sure to use condoms and other healthy sex practices.

Protection Before Exposure

PrEP works by building up in your body to prevent HIV from taking hold if you’re exposed.

Daily Pill or Injection

Available as a daily pill or an injection that lasts several months — talk to your provider about which is right for you.

Part of a Total Package

PrEP works best alongside regular testing, condom use, and open conversations with your partners.

You may benefit from PrEP if…

Check if any of these apply to you. Even if they don’t now, they could in the future.

You don’t always use condoms

You recently had an STI

You have partner(s) who don’t know their HIV status

You have sex in an area where HIV is more common

The best way to find out is by starting the conversation with your healthcare provider to see if PrEP may be right for you.

Cost shouldn’t keep you
from asking about PrEP

Here are the key steps to getting started with PrEP — it’s easier than you think.

Find a Provider

Talk to a healthcare provider who prescribes PrEP. They’ll assess your risk and discuss your options.

Get Tested

You’ll need an HIV test and other lab work before starting. Regular follow-up testing is part of the process.

Coverage & Cost

Most insurance plans cover PrEP and related services like HIV testing. Financial assistance programs are available too.

Find a PrEP Provider Near You
*All non-grandfathered commercial plans and Medicaid expansion plans cover PrEP.