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Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

HIV Prevention – Let’s Talk About PEP

Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is a preventive treatment that can reduce the chance that a person who is exposed to HIV will get HIV.

PEP treatment involves two to three different antiretroviral medicines that work together to prevent HIV from making copies of itself and spreading through the body. To be effective, the medicines must be started as soon as possible—but not more than 72 hours (3 days) after—possible exposure to the virus. They must be taken on schedule for 28 days.

PEP medicines can reduce the chance of getting HIV, but they are not always effective. Taking PEP does not guarantee that a HIV infection will be prevented.

For more information about PEP, visit PEP (CDC).

Find a PEP Provider

PEP providers are medical professionals that can prescribe post exposure prophylaxis (PEP), order necessary laboratory testing and conduct medication adherence counseling. To locate a PEP provider, view Michigan's PEP Directory.

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