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Treatment After Exposure to HIV

For serious exposures, the U.S. Public Health Service recommends using a combination of three approved ARVs for four weeks. For less serious exposure, the guidelines recommend four weeks of treatment with two drugs: zidovudine (Retrovir, AZT) and lamivudine (Epivir, 3TC). In January 2001, the Centers for Disease Control warned against using nevirapine (Viramune) for PEP because of the risk of liver damage. See Fact Sheet 431 for more...

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PEP worth the risks? (PEP)

(I think I accidentally posted this question in the wrong section 10 seconds ago; disregard that, and my apologies)Hi Dr. Bob,First, let me thank you for doing such a great job with this site; it's a real service.My question has to do with PEP...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hey Selling his Trojan Stock,Much of this information I've already covered many times in this forum. Check the archives for a more detailed discussion. Briefly the story with PEP is that it's most effective when begun as soon as possible... Read more »

possible transmission after pep ARE YOU KIDDING ME???

Regarding that question you answered. UNBELIEVABLE! I'm sitting here sweating bullets wondering if my 1 and only experimental blowjob on another man cost me my life not just the $1200 I've spent on a doctor visit and PEP meds which I...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Your reaction to that guy's post was similar to mine and as it turns out to that of many other folks who also wrote in with varying degrees of incredulity, ranging from OMG to WTF! Sometimes it takes all my strength not to repetitively bang... Read more »

Getting PEP in Buenos Aires

I currently live in Australia and know how to access PEP if I need it. I am travelling to Buenos Aires and am hoping that you will be able to tell me where I can get access to PEP if I need it. Would you happen to know what it would cost? Your...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,PEP should be available at any emergency medical facility in Buenos Aires. Sorry, I have no idea of the cost, but you could contact any of the local AIDS service organizations or a local pharmacy and ask them.Good luck!Dr. Bob... Read more »

What is PEP?

Does it prevent hiv infection?Is it expensive?How does one get it?...

Response from Ryan M. Kull, C.S.W

Columbia University's Health & Related Services

PEP stands for post-exposure prophylaxis, the use of anitviral medications shortly after a high-risk exposure to PREVENT infection. PEP was initially used among healthcare workers who experienced accidental needlestick injuries. Researchers found... Read more »

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i need the anwers,pls help? pep and window period

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

REGARDS BROTHERS, I HAVE HEARD THAT THE TREATMENT ANTIVIRAL WITH WHEN IT (IS) IS USED TO ANTICIPATE(ADVANCE) YOU (THERE (PREPARES) 28 DAYS THAT THE DOCTOR INDICATES, LENGTHEN THE PERIOD OF WINDOW, I HAVE FOR NEGATIVE ELISA TO 7 WEEKS BUT I TOOK PEP,... Read more »

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