PEP After Possible HIV Exposure
Emergency HIV prevention in Miami-Dade after a recent possible exposure.
PEP, or post-exposure prophylaxis, is emergency HIV prevention medicine taken after a possible HIV exposure. It must be started as soon as possible — ideally immediately — and no later than 72 hours after exposure.
At Inmuhealth, we help patients in Miami-Dade and South Florida get confidential guidance, HIV testing, medical evaluation, and follow-up support after a possible exposure.
If you think you may have been exposed to HIV through unprotected sex, a condom break, sexual assault, shared needles, or another high-risk situation, do not wait. PEP is time-sensitive.
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PEP is not something to delay. The sooner it is started after a possible HIV exposure, the better. A healthcare provider can evaluate your situation, determine whether PEP may be appropriate, and guide you through the next steps.
PEP may be considered after:
If you had vaginal or anal sex without a condom, or the condom broke or slipped, and your partner’s HIV status is positive or unknown, you should seek medical guidance right away.
If a partner is living with HIV, has an unknown HIV status, or may have a detectable viral load, PEP may be an option after recent exposure.
Sharing needles, syringes, or injection equipment can increase HIV risk. PEP may be recommended depending on the timing and circumstances of the exposure.
Healthcare workers or others who experience a needlestick injury, blood exposure, or other possible occupational exposure should seek evaluation immediately.
If exposure happened during sexual assault or another situation where details are unclear, urgent medical care and HIV prevention guidance are important.
A provider reviews what happened, when it happened, and whether PEP may be appropriate based on timing and exposure risk.
HIV testing is usually done before PEP to help determine the right care plan and confirm your current status.
PEP is typically taken for 28 days. Our team helps explain how the medicine works, how to take it, and why completing the full course matters.
Depending on the exposure, testing may also be recommended for STDs, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and other related concerns.
PEP care does not end with the first visit. Follow-up testing is important to monitor your status and confirm the next step.
After emergency prevention, we can also discuss ongoing HIV prevention options, including PrEP, if future risk is possible.
PEP is emergency HIV prevention taken after a possible exposure. It must be started within 72 hours.
PrEP is ongoing HIV prevention taken before possible exposure by people who are HIV-negative and want additional protection against HIV.
If you are outside the 72-hour window, you should still speak with a healthcare provider about HIV testing, STD testing, follow-up care, and prevention options.
If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, the next step is urgent evaluation. Every hour matters.
At Inmuhealth, you can start with a confidential conversation, get testing when appropriate, and receive guidance about whether PEP may be right for you.
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