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Frequently Asked Questions About PEP
Clear, honest answers about Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, the medicine that can stop HIV after a possible exposure.
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What counts as a possible HIV exposure?
Any situation where you may have come into contact with HIV through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, or breast milk. Common examples are a condom breaking, sex without a condom, sexual assault, sharing needles, or a needlestick injury at work.
What should I do right after a possible exposure?
Reach us straight away, online, by phone, or on WhatsApp. Please don’t wait. The sooner you start, the better PEP works, and the window closes at 72 hours.
Do I have to test before starting PEP?
Yes. PEP is for people who are HIV-negative, so we make sure you’re confirmed negative before you start. If you’ve already tested, we confirm it. If you need a test, a rapid HIV test goes out with your PEP, and you start once it reads negative.
Can I still take PEP after 72 hours?
PEP isn’t recommended once more than 72 hours have passed, because it’s unlikely to work by then. But don’t assume there’s nothing to do. Reach us anyway, and we can help with testing, ongoing protection through PrEP, and linking you to care if you need it.
How quickly can PEP be delivered?
We aim to get your PEP, and a rapid HIV test if you need one, to you fast, with timing confirmed when you order. In Abuja that’s usually within 3 hours. In Lagos, Ibadan, Benin, Asaba, Warri, Onitsha, Enugu, Owerri, Port Harcourt, Kaduna, Kano and Jos it’s within hours, and everywhere else in Nigeria within 24 hours at the latest.
Do I need to visit a hospital or clinic?
No. The whole process, from reaching us to a rapid HIV test and delivery, can be done from where you are.
Is the packaging discreet?
Yes. Everything arrives in plain packaging, with no branding or labels that hint at what’s inside.
How much does PEP cost in Nigeria?
Reach us for current pricing. We keep our rates clear, and the clinical check and delivery are included.
Can pregnant or breastfeeding women take PEP?
Yes. PEP can be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. A pharmacist will check your situation and confirm the right regimen for you.
Can teenagers or young people access PEP?
A possible HIV exposure is time-critical at any age, so please don’t wait. We encourage involving a parent, guardian, or another trusted adult, and our team can guide you toward the right care quickly.
Are the medicines genuine and NAFDAC-registered?
Yes. All our medications are NAFDAC-registered and sourced from licensed suppliers.
Is PEP confidential?
Yes. Your information, your conversations with us, and your delivery are all kept strictly confidential. You can read our confidentiality commitment for the detail.
Can I have sex while taking PEP?
It’s best to use condoms and avoid higher-risk activity across the full 28 days, both to protect others while PEP is still doing its work and to avoid a fresh exposure.
What if the person I was exposed to tests HIV-negative?
Even then, PEP may still be the right call, depending on the timing and the level of risk. A pharmacist will talk it through with you and advise.
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