HIV PEP Singapore | Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Prevent HIV Effectively With HIV PEP

HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is a short course of medication that may reduce the risk of HIV infection when started early. At Kensington Family Clinic, HIV PEP is provided within a licensed medical setting, with appropriate assessment, testing, and follow-up care. If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, timely medical attention is important. Book an appointment with an experienced doctor today.

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What Is HIV PEP (HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis)?

HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis, HIV PEP in short, is the use of antiretroviral (ARV) medications to prevent or to stop the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from entering and infecting the body after exposure.

Antiretroviral (ARV) medications or antiretroviral therapy (ART) has become the standard of care for healthcare workers who have had accidental occupational exposure to HIV for e.g. needlestick injuries or contact of mucous membrane or exposed skin to potentially infectious material such as blood or bodily fluids.

Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) has also been offered to people who have had non-occupational exposure to HIV for e.g. sexual exposure or injection drug use.

Examples Of Situations Where PEP May Be Required

occupational exposures ( healthcare workers, law enforcement officers, prison officers etc. )
unprotected sex with high risk partners eg. commercial sex workers, IV drug users, known HIV-infected persons
condom slips or condom breaks with high risk partners
rape victims

HIV PEP is intended for emergency use only, not as a routine preventive method.

Ideal Time To Start HIV PEP

The ideal time period to start PEP is within 24 hours from exposure, although it has been shown to be useful up to 72 hours post-exposure. The earlier treatment begins, the more effective it is.

If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, do come down and consult our doctors immediately.

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How Does HIV PEP Work?

HIV PEP works by preventing the virus from multiplying and spreading in the body after exposure.

Treatment typically involves a 28-day course of antiretroviral medication
It helps the immune system stop the virus before it establishes infection
It is most effective when taken consistently and completed fully

While HIV PEP significantly reduces the risk of infection, it is not 100% effective, which is why early medical consultation is critical.

How Much Does HIV PEP Cost?

HIV PEP treatment is available at our clinic.

For the 2-drug combination, the cost is SGD$1050 for one month.

For the 3-drug combination, the cost is SGD$1800 for one month.

Other costs include:

Consultation fees – $30 to $80

Baseline HIV test – $85 (recommended)

Baseline liver and kidney function tests – $70 (optional)

All prices subject to prevailing GST.

if you are not sure if you require HIV PEP treatment, please call 6288 4882 or SMS 9295 9585 for appointment or email info@kensingtonfamilyclinic.com.

Take Action Early

HIV PEP is time-sensitive. If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, do not delay seeking medical advice. Early assessment and treatment can make a significant difference in reducing risk. Here at our clinic, you can access HIV PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) promptly and confidentially if you believe you’ve been exposed to HIV. HIV PEP is an emergency treatment involving a course of antiretroviral (ARV) medication taken as soon as possible and within 72 hours after a potential exposure to reduce the risk of HIV infection.

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What To Expect During HIV PEP Treatment

When you come in for HIV PEP:

Immediate assessment: A clinician will evaluate your exposure history and determine your eligibility for PEP. This includes verifying that it’s within the critical 72-hour window.
Baseline checks: Before starting treatment, basic blood tests are done to confirm your current HIV status and check liver and kidney function.
Treatment course: A 28-day course of ARV medications is prescribed. The regimen may be a two-drug or three-drug combination depending on the situation.
Follow-up care: After completing PEP, the clinic will recommend follow-up HIV testing (typically at 1 and 3 months) and additional STD screening if appropriate.

Getting HIV PEP at Kensington Family Clinic

If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, consult a licensed medical clinic as soon as possible to assess whether HIV PEP is appropriate for your situation.

Consultations at Kensington Family Clinic are conducted in a private and professional setting. Care is provided by qualified healthcare professionals in accordance with Singapore medical standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When to start HIV PEP / HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)?

HIV PEP should be started as soon as possible after exposure up to 72 hours. The earlier HIV PEP is started, the more effective it is in preventing HIV transmission and infection.

Who may consider HIV PEP?

You may be advised to consider HIV PEP if there has been a potential high-risk exposure, such as:

Unprotected sexual contact
Condom break or slippage
Exposure to blood or bodily fluids
Sharing of needles or sharp instruments
Sexual assault

A doctor will assess the level of risk before prescribing PEP, as it is not required for all exposures.

Is HIV PEP effective?

HIV PEP can reduce the risk of HIV infection when taken correctly and started early. However:

It is not 100% effective
It does not replace other preventive measures such as condom use
Completing the full course of medication is important

How long to take HIV PEP for? What is the treatment regime?

HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) regime involves taking a course of anti-retroviral(ARV) medications for one month.

For exposures to contacts with unknown HIV status, we prescribe a 2-drug combination regime for one month.

For exposures to contacts with known HIV status, we prescribe a 3-drug combination regime for one month.

What are the side effects of HIV PEP?

We use the latest generation of anti-retroviral(ARV) drugs which are much better tolerated than older generation PEP drugs with minimal side effects.

ARV medications are developed to treat and suppress HIV infection and has been developed and approved for long term/life-long usage. For the purpose of PEP, ARV medications are generally prescribed for one month only.

Older generation PEP medications tend to cause nausea, diarrhea, fatigue or malaise. Rarely, there may be blood abnormalities which should resolve after the medications are stopped or completed.

What to do before starting HIV PEP?

Prior to starting HIV PEP, baseline blood tests will be done to make sure that your blood count, liver and kidneys are functioning normally and that your HIV status is currently negative.

What to do while on HIV PEP?

While on HIV PEP, do not take any other medications without first consulting the doctor. Do not stop the HIV PEP without first consulting the doctor. If you cannot tolerate the side effects, return to consult the doctor.

What to do after HIV PEP?

After 1 month of medications, follow-up blood tests will be done to make sure that your blood count, liver and kidneys are functioning normally. A HIV test will be done at 1 month post-exposure and 3 month post-exposure.

Other HIV screening tests can also be done at 10 days and 28 days post-exposure.

You may also consider testing for other sexually transmitted infections at 14 days and 28 days post exposure. We provide STD testing, screening and STD treatment services.

HIV PEP vs PrEP

It is important to distinguish between:

PEP – taken after a potential exposure (emergency use)
PrEP – taken before exposure for ongoing risk prevention

If you have repeated or ongoing risk, your doctor may discuss whether PrEP is more suitable.

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Important Considerations

HIV PEP must be started within 72 hours
It should only be taken under medical supervision
Completing the full course is essential
Regular follow-up testing is required

If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV, seek medical attention as soon as possible.

HIV PEP Singapore | Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Prevent HIV Effectively With HIV PEP

What Is HIV PEP (HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis)?

Examples Of Situations Where PEP May Be Required

Ideal Time To Start HIV PEP

How Does HIV PEP Work?

How Much Does HIV PEP Cost?

Take Action Early

What To Expect During HIV PEP Treatment

When you come in for HIV PEP:

Getting HIV PEP at Kensington Family Clinic

Frequently Asked Questions

When to start HIV PEP / HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)?

Who may consider HIV PEP?

Is HIV PEP effective?

How long to take HIV PEP for? What is the treatment regime?

What are the side effects of HIV PEP?

What to do before starting HIV PEP?

What to do while on HIV PEP?

What to do after HIV PEP?

HIV PEP vs PrEP

Important Considerations

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