PEP Treatment in Patna

Service Description

PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is an emergency HIV-prevention treatment for people who may have been exposed to HIV. It should be started as soon as possible—ideally within hours—and no later than 72 hours after the exposure. At Patna HIV Clinic, Dr. Pratyush Kumar provides confidential assessment of the exposure, reviews whether PEP is appropriate, advises baseline HIV and other relevant tests, and explains the prescribed 28-day course and follow-up testing. PEP may be considered after unprotected sexual exposure, condom failure, needle exposure or another significant contact, depending on the individual risk assessment. Do not wait for symptoms or delay while trying to judge the risk yourself. The effectiveness of PEP depends on starting promptly and taking the medicines exactly as prescribed. PEP is not a guarantee against HIV and it does not replace regular prevention strategies such as PrEP when ongoing risk is present. If the possible exposure occurred within the last 72 hours, request an urgent consultation. For immediate assistance, call or WhatsApp Patna HIV Clinic on 9241952419. This page provides general information; treatment decisions require an individual medical assessment.