Category: PrEP
PrEP
What is PrEP?
PrEP refers to the pre-exposure prophylaxis that is prescribed to people who have HIV negative status. It is a preventative medication that prohibits HIV spread in the body.
It is only prescribed to people who are at a high risk of HIV infection.
How PrEP works?
The PrEP acts as the anti-HIV drug that works to stop the spread of the infection in the body. Moreover, eliminates the risk of getting complications. HIV is a sexually transmitted disease and those who have partnered with HIV positive individuals are recommended take PrEP medications to prevent infection.
PrEP medications stop the multiplication of the virus and improves the immune system working to fight against the spread of the infection in the body.
PrEP drug names
PrEP is available with a combination of different HIV medications. Some drugs names are as follow:
- Emticitabine
- Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
- Tenofovir alafenamide
Side effects
HIV medication offers some side effects that variate from person to person. Usually, the side effects will go away after the use but if persistent then should consult the health advisor. Some side effects of using PrEP are as follows:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Muscle fatigue
- Muscles pain
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Lightheadedness
- Kidney problem
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Descovy
$925.00Select optionsWhat is Descovy (Emtricitabine/Tenofovir AF)? A popular mixture of ARV medication is Descovy. Aside from its main function as an HIV therapy, the said medication is also utilized as a PrEP. Its two main components are Emtricitabine and Tenofovir. Descovy Usual Prescription: Prescribe for both adults and children Children prescription – 12 years and above Also, prescribe as …
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Truvada
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Emtricitabine-TenofovirDisoproxil, TavinEM, Tenvir, TenvirEM $70.00 – $1,015.00Select optionsWhat is Truvada? Emtricitabine and tenofovir disoproxil are the two HIV medicines that comprise Truvada. It is designed to help treat HIV. Apart from its treating quality, the medicine can also be administered as a PrEP medication. Use this medicine to treat children, adults, and adolescents, regardless of age and gender. Truvada is the brand name of Emtricitabine/Tenofovir Disoproxil, …