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·Dec 14, 2020

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Some men who have sex with men may only need to take medications intermittently to prevent HIV.

Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) with Truvada (F/TDF) is unquestionably one of the best tools for stopping the spread of HIV.

PrEP, taken once a day, reduces the risk of HIV infection from sexual activity by up to 99%.

Can I Take Truvada Only When I Need It?

Some men who have sex with men may only intermittently need to take medications to prevent HIV.

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