What is PrEP?
Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, is a way for people who do not have HIV to help prevent HIV infection by taking a pill every day. The pill contains two medicines that are also used, in combination with other medicines, to treat HIV. When someone is exposed to HIV through sex or injection drug use, PrEP can help stop the virus from establishing a permanent infection. Note: the button below links to the most current and accurate information about PrEP.
When used consistently, PrEP has been shown to greatly reduce the risk of HIV infection in people who are at substantial risk. PrEP is much less effective when it is not taken consistently. PrEP is a powerful HIV prevention tool, and can be combined with condoms and other prevention methods to provide even greater protection than when used alone. People who use PrEP must commit to taking the drug daily and seeing their health care provider every 3 months for HIV testing and other follow-up.
Is PrEP for me?
Still wondering whether PrEP is right for you? Determine how strong a PrEP candidate you are by assessing your individual risk of becoming HIV-positive.
Get PrEP Locally
PrEP is available locally and throughout Montana. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Partnership Health Center (PHC) at 406-258-4418 to speak to a PrEP Navigator that can help you with the following:
- Free PrEP consultation
- Schedule a PrEP screening appointment with a local medical provider
- Information on financial assistance for accessing PrEP
- Finding a PrEP provider in your area
- Assistance with HIV and other STI screening