Be Strong, Smart, & in Control with Avenue 360 & PrEP
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Be Strong, Smart, & in Control with Avenue 360 & PrEP
Your body. Your health. Your choice.
Get StartedToo often, women are left out of HIV prevention conversations, even though:
Women account for nearly 1 in 5 new HIV diagnoses in the U.S.
HIV disproportionately affects Black and Hispanic cisgender and transgender women
PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a safe and effective tool that helps prevent HIV before exposure. It’s especially powerful for women or self-identifying women who may be at higher risk.
PrEP Empowers You to Take Control of Your Sexual Health
It’s Protection You Can Count On
PrEP reduces the risk of HIV from sex by up to 99% when taken as prescribed.
It’s Safe Through All Life Stages
PrEP is approved for use with birth control, hormone therapy, and is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
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PrEP can be pills or shots. There are two pills approved for use as PrEP: Truvada® and Descovy®. Truvada® is for people at risk through sex or injection drug use. Descovy® is for people at risk through sex (it is not for people assigned female at birth who are at risk through receptive vaginal sex). Apretude is the only shot approved for use as PrEP and is for people at risk through sex who weigh at least 77 pounds (35 kg). Yeztugo® is a newer injectable option administered every six months, approved for people at risk through sex, including women and transgender women.
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No. PrEP lowers the risk by up to 99% of getting and transmitting HIV from sex.
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It is estimated that it takes 7–21 days of daily use to become effective.
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As with any prescription medication, there are side effects. Studies show: 5% of patients report diarrhea, 4% report nausea, 2% report headaches, 2% report fatigue, and 2% report abdominal pain.
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Some people will keep using condoms while on PrEP. Remember: PrEP only prevents HIV and it does not protect against other STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, etc. Condoms provide additional protection against STIs and unintended pregnancy.
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It is not recommended to double up on a dosage the next day — just take the missed dosage as soon as you remember or simply start on the scheduled medication for the following day. The chances of HIV transmission could increase if you miss multiple dosages of PrEP.
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Yes! You can take it at different times each day and it will still remain effective. Choose a time or routine that works best for you.
PrEP is Power. Let’s Put It in Your Hands.
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or ready to start your PrEP journey, we’re here to help. Make a confidential appointment with any of our compassionate providers today to learn if PrEP is right for you. Call 281.214.2162 or get started by clicking the button below.
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