Get PrEP
stopping HIV is as simple as 1, 2, 3
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Starting PrEP
Starting PrEP is simple as a few tests. Any doctor can prescribe you PrEP. You can see your family doctor, a sexual health or family planning doctor. They will run a few tests, including:
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HIV
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Kidney function
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Other STIs
Then you get a prescription for PrEP to start preventing HIV right away
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Buy PrEP
If you have Medicare
You can buy PrEP from your local pharmacy, and some even offer discounts. If you have concession, PrEP is even less expensive.
If you don’t have Medicare
You can:
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Import low-cost PREP from overseas. Your order may take up to a month to arrive, so plan ahead. PrEP will cost around $20 per month.
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Use a free PrEP coupon. These are available to anyone who cannot afford the cost of buying PrEP online.
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PrEP is a pill that protects you from HIV. It is a medicine you take before and after sex.
There are more ways than ever to access affordable PrEP in Australia. The cheapest is to grab your PrEP online for around $20 per month, or you can access it via the PBS from any pharmacy. Make the choice that's right for you.