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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for daily use that can help people stay HIV-negative. People taking PrEP should take the medication daily. Many people taking PrEP report little to no side effects. Missing a pill can lower the drug's chance of working properly.
Trillium Health is the leading Upstate New York healthcare provider for HIV prevention and PrEP. Our team of health professionals is devoted to providing seamless coordination of health care services to our patients.
Each patient is screened to see if PrEP is right for them. Once our PrEP team of health professionals determines PrEP is a good fit, our PrEP patients meet with their provider every three months (90 days) for follow-up care that may involve:
At your first appointment, the PrEP specialist will speak with you about risk factors, do a rapid HIV test, schedule a meeting with a provider, and assess your insurance options.
Call 585.454.PrEP (7737) to speak with a PrEP Specialist
Truvada (PrEP) has been approved to prevent infection in HIV negative individuals weighing over 77 lbs.
PrEP is recommended for those who are HIV negative and:
Trillium Health and the Trillium Health Pharmacy will ensure every effort is made so you can afford to protect yourself. We offer insurance navigation and access to assistance programs that can make the drug more affordable. We will work with you to find an affordable solution.
The pharmacists at the Trillium Health Pharmacy work together with Trillium Health’s providers to make sure our patients receive their medications in a timely fashion. Our pharmacy is stocked and ready to provide excellent customer service. Our app, RefillPro, is a free and secure tool that helps you manage your prescriptions on the go!