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PrEP is a medicine that prevents you from getting HIV. You can take it daily or before and after sex. GGD Amsterdam Public Health Service provides PrEP care to people at increased risk of HIV.
It has been scientifically proven that PrEP is safe and effective. However, you do have to use it as prescribed. PrEP does not protect against other STIs.
Increased risk of HIV
You are at increased risk of HIV if:
- you have sex without a condom with someone who may be HIV infected
- you have recently had syphilis or another STI
PrEP care in Amsterdam
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The PrEP program of GGD Amsterdam has limited capacity, and there are few places available. You can register for the waiting list.
PrEP via your GP
You can also get PrEP through your GP (general practitioner). The 6-month check-ups for HIV and STIs are then done by your GP.
If you don’t have a GP yet or wish to change to another GP: see PrEPnu for PrEP-friendly GPs.
Costs for PrEP
The use of PrEP is not free of charge. You can find the prices of PrEP in Amsterdam on PrEPnu
Using PrEP
It is important that you use PrEP as prescribed. Only then will you be optimally protected against an HIV infection. PrEP can be used in 2 ways: daily or before and after sex. Choose the intake schedule that suits you best.
Additional information and contact
Difference between PrEP and PEP
PrEP and PEP are both HIV inhibitors that can prevent HIV. However, there is a major difference between the 2:
- PEP is a treatment that should be taken as soon as possible after possible exposure to HIV, such as after unprotected sex.
- PrEP, on the other hand, is taken in advance to prevent infection.
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact us. We are happy to help.