Truvada Facts

Main Truvada & PrEP Side Effects to Consider

Posted on September 26, 2018
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Does PrEP Have Side Effects? Here are some things to know about Truvada PrEP and the side effects you may experience. These side effects are not the same for everyone. If you are unsure, you should always consult with your doctor about questions related to PrEP. READ – 7 Things…continue reading →

Truvada used for PrEP Linked to Declines in New HIV Cases

Posted on August 22, 2018
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(RTTNews) - Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) reported results of a retrospective nationwide analysis of the impact of Truvada for pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, use across all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. The company said the data demonstrated that use of once-daily oral Truvada for pre-exposure prophylaxis has…continue reading →

7 Things to Tell Your Health Care Provider About Before Taking Truvada

Posted on April 10, 2018
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Deciding whether or not you are ready for PrEP can be a time-consuming and challenging decision. Once you consider some of the many facts about Truvada, you may want to begin speaking to your doctor to ask more specific questions related to your needs. Before taking Truvada, it is important…continue reading →

How to Get Truvada PrEP for Free

Posted on March 5, 2018
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Payment Assistance for PrEP Medicine Whether you have commercial insurance, government insurance, or no insurance at all, there are options for you to get help and payment assistance for PrEP. Both private companies and public organizations fund programs to assist customers on the costs of their medication. Below we share…continue reading →

Best Resources to Learn About PrEP

Posted on January 9, 2018
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Asking your doctor about PrEP can be a challenge. Before getting started, you may want to research PrEP as a whole and become more informed on the pre-exposure prophylaxis drug used to help prevent the spread of HIV. When I was 18 I started to research PrEP and look for…continue reading →

How Often Do You Need to Take PrEP?

Posted on December 13, 2017
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How often do you need to take your PrEP medication? Once per week? Twice per week? Three times? Every day. When taken daily, your estimated level of protection is 99%. (source) If you don't take your PrEP pill every day, it cannot fully protect you from HIV. If you take…continue reading →

Are You Ready for PrEP Infographic

Posted on November 14, 2017
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Is PrEP right for you? Find out with this infographic from the CDC. PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It is an HIV prevention option that works by taking one pill every day. Are you ready for PrEP? These materials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention may help answer…continue reading →

Truvada PrEP 101 Consumer Infographic

Posted on November 8, 2017
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Is PrEP for you? Find out if taking this medication is right for you. If you are HIV-negative and at a very high risk for HIV, taking Truvada PrEP daily can help you you HIV free. PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a daily medicine taken to reduce your chances of getting…continue reading →

Does Truvada PrEP Interact With Alcohol?

Posted on November 3, 2017
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When I first started taking Truvada PrEP, I had a lot of questions about safety precautions and other potential side effects caused by the drug. One question that I struggled to find a lot of information on was: Can I drink alcohol while taking Truvada PrEP? According to quite a…continue reading →

Countries Where Truvada (PrEP) is Available

Posted on October 31, 2017
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As time progresses and more studies are completed, Truvada for PrEP is being used more frequently around the world as an HIV prevention drug. Read 10 Fast Facts about Truvada for PrEP. Truvada for PrEP or Pre-exposure Prophylaxis is used to protect people from contracting HIV. Daily PrEP reduces the…continue reading →