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What Difference Will PEP Intake Bring And To What Effect?

Hello Doctor, I started taking PEPs on 11 this months but unfortunately the Doctor never misadvised me, I ve been taking only one pill (large ones) after consulting him, he has advice me to start taking one from each bottle which I ve done right now, will that bring any difference?
Mon, 20 Feb 2023
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Hi,

PEP stands for post-exposure prophylaxis, a course of antiretroviral medications taken after potential exposure to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) to reduce the risk of infection. It was taking PEP as soon as possible after potential exposure increases its effectiveness.

If you have already started taking PEP, it is important to continue taking it as prescribed and to finish the entire course of medication, even if you feel well. A whole PEP course can help reduce the risk of HIV infection. However, there is no guarantee that PEP will prevent HIV infection. It is essential to practice safe sex and other preventive measures to reduce the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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What Difference Will PEP Intake Bring And To What Effect?

Hi, PEP stands for post-exposure prophylaxis, a course of antiretroviral medications taken after potential exposure to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) to reduce the risk of infection. It was taking PEP as soon as possible after potential exposure increases its effectiveness. If you have already started taking PEP, it is important to continue taking it as prescribed and to finish the entire course of medication, even if you feel well. A whole PEP course can help reduce the risk of HIV infection. However, there is no guarantee that PEP will prevent HIV infection. It is essential to practice safe sex and other preventive measures to reduce the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician