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Suggest Medicine To Protect From HIV

Sir,I had unprotected sexual relation.I am worried whether I will be infected by HIV.I came to know regarding the HIV post-exposure prophylaxis.I am living in such a remote city where there is poor health facility.I would like to request you to let me know regarding the medicines ,so that I can borrow them from local medical store and protect myself.Thanks.
Fri, 4 Jul 2014
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Post exposure prophylaxis used for person that sre accidentaly exposed needle prick injury or contack with blood. But for that hiv test is necessary and moreover its not for sexual exposure. Zidovudin is used in postexposure prophylaxis. But its not the over the counter drug you take it by yourself. You should consult doctor. Go for hiv test.
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Suggest Medicine To Protect From HIV

Post exposure prophylaxis used for person that sre accidentaly exposed needle prick injury or contack with blood. But for that hiv test is necessary and moreover its not for sexual exposure. Zidovudin is used in postexposure prophylaxis. But its not the over the counter drug you take it by yourself. You should consult doctor. Go for hiv test.