Will taking Gelusil reduce the efficacy of HIV post-exposure prophylaxis?

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Syrup Gelusil (Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminum hydroxide) does not affect the efficacy of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) prophylaxis.

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I understand your concern.

If you have been using a Dolutegravir (HIV integrase inhibitor) based regimen, it is preferable to take the tablet two hours before or six hours after the antacid Gelusil (Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminum hydroxide). Although the loss of efficacy is not substantial, it is preferred to be taken this way. However, since you had used it for only four days, the risk of loss of efficacy is not significant. You can avoid it in the future.

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I understand your concern.

It is important to get your partner tested first. Ideally after one high-risk exposure, strict abstinence is advisable as determining the actual status becomes very difficult. Post-exposure prophylaxis needs to be continued for up to four weeks after the last exposure. Hence you have to extend the course.

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