HIV PrEP is a medicine that stops you getting HIV.

HIV PrEP

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

You can get HIV PrEP for free from NHS Scotland sexual health services.

What is HIV PrEP?

HIV PrEP is a medicine that stops you getting HIV.

HIV is a virus that affects your immune system if left untreated.

HIV PrEP contains 2 drugs in a single tablet. These drugs have been used for many years in HIV care. PrEP is extremely effective at preventing HIV.

The tablets can be taken every day, or can be taken in the days before and after sex, depending on what type of sex you have and how often.

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white tub of pills that says PrEP on the front

Where can you get HIV PrEP?

You can get HIV PrEP for free from NHS Scotland sexual health services.

They can arrange an appointment for you and answer any questions you may have.