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HIV Prevention (PEP & PreP)
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PEP
POST EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS (PEP) at Atlas Pacific Medical
Immediate Action for Potential HIV Exposure
Do you suspect you might be at risk of an HIV infection? If the incident occurred within the last 72 hours, consider HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) at Atlas Pacific Medical.
What is PEP?
PEP is an effective method to reduce HIV infections when initiated within 72 hours of a potential exposure. The standard regimen, known as ‘triple drug therapy,’ uses three active ingredients to halt HIV at different stages of its life cycle.
Procedure:
Visit Within 72 Hours:
Promptly visit us to discuss the situation and determine if PEP is necessary.
Preliminary Tests:
Blood tests ensure kidney and liver functions are intact for the 28-day medication course. A rapid HIV test checks for pre-existing HIV.
Medication and Monitoring:
If suitable, start the medication with regular reviews during the course. An HIV test at the end confirms your status.
See the guide to risk based on sexual exposure below.
| Test Available | Type of Test | Turnaround Time | Window Period* | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4th Generation Combo | Rapid/Fingerprick | 15 to 20 Minutes | 28 Days or more | $130.80 |
Lab 4th Generation | Lab/Blood | 3 to 5 Working Days | 28 Days or more | $49.05 |
HIV PCR RNA | Lab/Blood | 1 Week | 10 Days or more | $708.50 |
Confidentiality: All consultations are strictly confidential.
For urgent help, contact us at +6563869098 or +6584191943.
Proactive Protection Against HIV
PRE EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS (PrEP) at Atlas Pacific Medical
What is PrEP?
HIV Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) provides protection before exposure. Similar to PEP, it involves taking one tablet daily.
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Procedure:
Consultation:
Attend a clinic for safety and suitability assessment.
Preliminary Tests:
Kidney, liver, and HIV tests ensure the medication is safe to start.
Loading Phase:
Take one tablet per day for a week, avoiding high-risk situations. Full protection is achieved after one week with continued daily tablet intake.
Testing and Confidentiality:
Routine Testing:
HIV testing every three months and liver/kidney blood testing twice yearly.
Safe Practices:
Despite effectiveness, practice safe sex while on PrEP.
Mechanism:
PrEP interferes with key areas of the HIV replication cycle using two active ingredients.