Pre Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
Dr Tan Kok Kuan
Men’s Health & Sexual Health Doctor
MBBS (S’pore), Cert. Men’s Health, Cert. Clinical Dermatology,Member, Academy for Men’s Health (Singapore)Member, Singapore Association for the Study of ObesityMember, International Society of Sexual Medicine
HIV PrEP is a medication taken regularly to allow one to lead a desired lifestyle while reducing the risk of getting infected with HIV. It is safe and does not need to be overly expensive. However, people on it require regular monitoring.
However, HIV PrEP does not provide protection against any of the other STDs. Therefore, even if a person is on HIV PrEP, using a condom is still recommended.
The 2 most common ways to take HIV PrEP are:
Daily
Taking HIV PrEP daily has the best medical evidence for protection against HIV. Only one single pill a day is required.
For patients on this regime, the recommendation is to have a HIV test and blood tests done once every 3 months. Also, screening for other STDs should be performed at least once a year.
Event Based
Event-based dosing for HIV PrEP means that a person takes the medication only before a potentially risky exposure.
It is important to note that no further exposure should be encountered after the medicine doses are completed.
Minimal side effects
Lower risk of HIV
Various medication sources for affordability
Our Doctor
Our Doctor
Dr Tan Kok Kuan
Men’s Health & Sexual Health Doctor
MBBS (S’pore), Cert. Men’s Health, Cert. Clinical Dermatology,Member, Academy for Men’s Health (Singapore)Member, Singapore Association for the Study of ObesityMember, International Society of Sexual Medicine
Dr Tan Kok Kuan is an experienced doctor specialising in men's health, sexual health and medical weight loss. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he offers confidential and effective screening and treatment services. Notably, Dr Tan was one of the key authors of Singapore’s National HIV PrEP Guidelines and the national blueprint to end HIV transmission by 2030. Dr Tan frequently speaks at local and international conferences and has been featured in the media, where he helps raise public awareness around men’s health and sexual health.
“Every patient deserves our fullest attention.”
If you have any queries, please contact us at 6513 0359 or use the contact form below.
10 Sinaran Drive #09-30, Novena Medical Centre, Singapore 307506
Tel: (+65) 6513 0359 | WhatsApp: (+65) 9750 5037
Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays
