Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a daily medication that can reduce your risk of HIV transmission. Studies have shown that it is 99% effective if taken once per day, every day. We prescribe either Descovy or Truvada for PrEP.
Most insurance plans and state Medicaid programs cover PrEP.
There are medication assistance programs that provide free PrEP medications to people with no insurance to cover PrEP care.
For additional questions or to schedule an appointment, please call Johnathan at (318) 222-6633 ext. 2116.
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis
PLEASE VISIT AN EMERGENCY ROOM, URGENT CARE CENTER or call or text the TelePrEP program at 504-931-7687 or 504-877-2464 WITHIN 72 HOURS OF EXPOSURE TO BE PRESCRIBED PEP.
1. Treatment guidelines – treatment must be initiated within 72 hours of exposure and continued within the next 24 hours. The first 24 hours is the ideal treatment window.
2. Medication suggestion – Truvada (200mg-300mg) & Tivicay (50mg), each, once per day.