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UK guide to PrEP

Background

  • Introduction – getting PrEP in the UK – PrEP and COVID-19 (coronavirus)
  • What is PrEP?
  • Who should take PrEP?
  • Who should NOT take PrEP?
  • How well does PrEP work?
  • PrEP and side effects
  • PrEP and drug resistance
  • PrEP and other STIs
  • Does PrEP interact with other medications?

PrEP for women

PrEP for trans and non binary people

PrEP and sex work

Buying PrEP in the UK including online

Before you start

Routine care if you have already started PrEP

  • Other considerations

How to take PrEP

  • Daily PrEP: for anal and vaginal sex
  • On-demand dosing: for anal sex or straight men having vaginal sex
  • Real-life examples for on-demand dosing

Other tips on how to take PrEP

  • What to do if you miss a pill
  • Tips on taking PrEP
  • Is PEP recommended if I am on PrEP?
  • Can I switch between daily and event-based dosing?
  • Can I stop PrEP completely?

Updates in this edition, credits and disclaimer

Links and further information

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References

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About our guides

Information about how we produced this guide and the importance of using language that is direct and easy to understand.

This includes information on how to write non technical medical information that may be useful as a resource for other organisations.

Last updated: 1 June 2021.

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