When must PEP be started for HIV prevention?

Within 72 hours of exposure. Ideal within 24 hours, maximum effectiveness.

Where to get free PEP in India?

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Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) | Start Within 72 Hours (Ideal 24 Hours)

TIME IS CRITICAL!

PEP must be started within 72 hours (3 days) of exposure. The sooner, the better. Within 24 hours is ideal.

What is PEP?

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is emergency antiretroviral medication taken after potential HIV exposure to prevent infection. It involves taking HIV medicines for 28 days. PEP can reduce your risk of HIV infection by more than 80% when started within 72 hours and taken correctly.

When to Start PEP - High-Risk Exposures:

Sexual Exposure

Unprotected vaginal or anal sex with HIV-positive person
Unprotected sex with person of unknown HIV status (stranger, sex worker)
Condom broke during sex with HIV-positive or unknown status partner
Sexual assault or rape

Needle/Blood Exposure

Sharing needles or syringes with HIV-positive person
Accidental needle-stick injury (healthcare workers)
Contact with blood from HIV-positive person on open wound

Occupational Exposure

Healthcare workers exposed to HIV-infected blood/fluids
Laboratory accidents involving HIV samples

PEP Timeline - Every Hour Counts:

IDEAL Within 24 Hours

Maximum effectiveness. Best chance of preventing HIV infection. Seek emergency care immediately.

GOOD 24-48 Hours

Still highly effective. Don't delay - start PEP as soon as possible.

ACCEPTABLE 48-72 Hours

Can still be effective. This is your last window - don't wait any longer.

TOO LATE After 72 Hours

PEP is not recommended. Focus on testing at appropriate window periods instead.

Where to Get PEP in India:

Government ART Centers: Available at all government ART centers
Emergency Departments: Major government and private hospitals
Private Infectious Disease Clinics: Immediate consultation and prescription
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PEP Treatment Details:

Duration: 28 days of daily medication
Medications: 3 antiretroviral drugs (usually TDF+3TC+DTG)
Effectiveness: 80%+ when started early and completed
Side Effects: Nausea, fatigue (usually mild and temporary)

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When to Start PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)