Can I have unprotected sex while on PEP?

While on PEP it is recommended to use a condom/PrEP or avoid sex, but it cases that you do have unprotected sex there is still only very limited risk. You and your partner do not need to worry. Damaris• 25 May 2023 Am Damaris I was on my 10 th day of pep then i had unprotected sex with my hiv – partner. Could i have infected him ?

Does my partner need to be on PEP?

Hi Damaris, no your partner does not need to be on PEP. Their own risk is minimal and does not require any intervention. While on PEP it is recommended to use a condom/PrEP or avoid sex, but it cases that you do have unprotected sex there is still only very limited risk. You and your partner do not need to worry. Damaris• 25 May 2023 Am Damaris

Is Pep a risk for HIV?

Though it might not be a risk for HIV, you could still pick up other STIs which is why it’s important that all sexually active gay men test often; at least twice a year and more if you have a lot of partners. 3. Give yourself the best chance of PEP working To be most effective, PEP should be started within a few hours of exposure to HIV.