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What is PEP?

  • PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is antiretroviral medication taken daily for 28-days after an exposure to HIV to reduce the risk of becoming infected with HIV. 
  • PEP must be started within 72 hours (3 days) after exposure to HIV to be effective. If you think you have recently been exposed to HIV during sex or through sharing needles or if you have been sexually assaulted, talk to your health care provider or an emergency room doctor about PEP right away. The earlier PEP is started, the more likely it will prevent HIV infection.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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If you have more questions or need assistance, please call our PEP Warm Line at (619) 692-5500.
 

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For more information,
call (619) 293-4700 or send us an e-mail.

 

Last updated April 18, 2023.