TRUVADA for PrEP^® (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a once-daily prescription medicine for adults and adolescents at risk of HIV who weigh at least 77 pounds. It helps lower the chance of getting HIV through sex. You must be HIV negative before and while taking TRUVADA for PrEP.

• TRUVADA for PrEP is only for people who are at risk of getting HIV-1 and weigh at least 77 pounds.
• You must be HIV negative before you start taking TRUVADA for PrEP.
• TRUVADA for PrEP does not prevent other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or pregnancy.

It’s one pill, taken once a day, every day. You can take it with or without food. Safer sex practices are important for your sexual health and include:

• Using latex or polyurethane condoms and lube
• Talking with your partners about their status
• Getting tested regularly for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
• Knowing what sexual activities can increase your chances of
  getting HIV
• Talking to a healthcare provider about all the ways to help reduce HIV risk

Who should not take TRUVADA for PrEP?

Do not take TRUVADA for PrEP if you:

• Already have HIV-1 infection or if you do not know your HIV-1 status. If you have HIV-1, you need to take other medicines with TRUVADA to treat HIV-1. TRUVADA by itself is not a complete treatment for HIV-1. If you have HIV-1 and take only TRUVADA, your HIV-1 may become harder to treat now and over time.

Tenofovir and Emtricitabine

Please consult the product information for full list of ingredients