HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

Publication Date: January 1, 2019
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Summary Statements

Basic Science

  • Daily Tenofovir/Emtricitabine (TDF/FTC) is over 90% effective in preventing HIV if taken regularly.
  • TDC/FTC does not offer protection from other STIs and is meant to be used with barrier protection.
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Overview

Title

HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

Authoring Organization

American College Health Association