HIV PrEP clinic · Pattaya, Thailand
HIV PrEP in Pattaya. Seven days to peace of mind.
One small pill a day stops HIV before it can start. Your test, prescription and first bottle in a single private visit, with a doctor who speaks English.
Start today and daily PrEP fully protects you for anal sex from day 7, and for vaginal sex from day 21.
Your plan
Your first 28 days, mapped out.
Choose a start date and see exactly when daily PrEP protects you, or plan the four pills of on-demand 2-1-1 around a date.
- Daily or on-demand 2-1-1
- Add discreet reminders to your phone calendar
- Private: nothing is saved or sent
PrEP planner
When will I be protected?
Pick a start date to see your first 28 days.
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Full protection for anal sex from day 7 of daily pills.
- Use condoms or other protection until then.
- HIV test and refill every 3 months.
- 2 pills 2–24 hours before sex
- 1 pill 24 hours after the first dose
- 1 pill 48 hours after the first dose
4 pills cover one sex date. Still having sex? Keep taking 1 pill every 24 hours until 2 days after the last time.
Is 2-1-1 right for you? It is recommended only for anal sex, for cisgender men and for trans and non-binary people not taking oestradiol. It is not suitable for vaginal or front-hole sex, or if you have hepatitis B. Your doctor confirms this after your tests.
A planning aid based on WHO and CDC guidance, not a prescription. Your doctor confirms the right schedule for you after your tests.
01 · The basics
What PrEP is, and what it isn’t.
PrEP stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis: HIV medicine taken before any risk, so the virus can’t take hold if it ever gets in. It is one of the most effective prevention tools in medicine.
PrEP is
- A small daily pill combining two HIV medicines (tenofovir and emtricitabine), taken while you are HIV-negative.
- For anyone who could come into contact with HIV: any gender, any orientation, living in Pattaya or just visiting.
- Highly effective: it lowers the risk of HIV from sex by about 99% when taken as prescribed.
- Flexible: you can stop and restart it safely with your doctor’s advice as your life changes.
PrEP isn’t
- A vaccine. It protects you only while you keep taking it.
- Protection from other STIs such as syphilis, gonorrhoea or chlamydia. Condoms help with those, and regular tests catch what they miss.
- An emergency treatment. After a possible exposure in the last 72 hours you need PEP, a different medicine.
- Treatment for HIV. That’s why everyone has an HIV test before starting.
Condom broke, or sex without protection in the last 72 hours? You need PEP, not PrEP, and the sooner the better. We can help today.
02 · Two ways to take it
Every day, or just around the weekend.
Same pill, two schedules. The doctor helps you choose based on the kind of sex you have, how often, and your test results.
Not sure which suits you? Try both in the planner and bring your questions to the doctor.
03 · Getting started
Your first visit, itemised.
No referral and no Thai ID card needed. Most of the visit is waiting for one quick test result, and you leave with a plan and your pills.
PrEP start visit · Pattaya
- Message usLINE or WhatsApp. Pick a time that suits you, or ask anything first.
- Rapid HIV testPrEP is only for people who are HIV-negative, so this always comes first. A finger-prick and a short wait.
- Kidney & hepatitis B checkA small blood sample. PrEP passes through the kidneys, and hepatitis B changes how it should be taken and stopped.
- Private talk with the doctorDaily or 2-1-1, what to do if you miss a pill, side effects, and an optional STI screen.
- Leave with PrEPYour first bottle, a written plan and a reminder of your next check-up date.
Then, every 3 monthsHIV test + refill
Confidential · Results never shared · Thank you for looking after yourself
04 · Who it’s for
PrEP is for anyone who wants one less thing to worry about.
Here on holiday
Start in your first days in Pattaya, take enough pills home, and carry on with your own doctor.
Living in Pattaya
Quick 3-monthly refills close to home, with a doctor who knows your history.
Dating & new partners
If condoms don’t happen every time, PrEP covers the gaps for HIV.
A partner living with HIV
Extra peace of mind, especially while your partner’s treatment brings their viral load to undetectable (U=U).
Working nights
Discreet, judgement-free care, and refill times that fit around your shifts.
Party & chemsex weekends
PrEP keeps working when plans change. Daily PrEP also lowers the risk from shared needles.
05 · Prices
Clear prices, printed on the label.
You’ll know the total before any test or medicine. Ask about package prices if you’re planning to stay on PrEP.
Doctor consultation
Your history, daily or 2-1-1, prescription and a written plan
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Start-up tests
Rapid HIV test, kidney function (creatinine) and hepatitis B
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30-day starter supply
30 tablets of tenofovir + emtricitabine (generic)
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3-month refill visit
HIV test, quick check-in and 90 tablets
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STI screen (optional)
Syphilis, gonorrhoea and chlamydia, from the sites that matter for you
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06 · Safety
Side effects, honestly.
PrEP has been used safely by millions of people worldwide. Most people feel nothing at all; here is what the others notice.
Start-up symptoms
Some people get mild nausea, a headache or an upset stomach in the first few weeks. It usually settles on its own within a month.
Kidneys
In a small number of people PrEP affects kidney function, so it’s checked before you start and at your follow-ups. Changes usually reverse if PrEP is stopped.
Hormones & other medicines
PrEP can be taken with gender-affirming hormones and contraception. Tell the doctor about any other medicines or supplements.
Alcohol & party drugs
They don’t stop PrEP working. The real risk is forgetting a dose, so set a daily reminder (the planner can add one to your calendar).
07 · Questions
Asked every week.
Can’t find yours? Message us. A real person replies, not a bot.
How quickly does PrEP start working?
Daily PrEP reaches full protection after about 7 days of pills for anal sex, and about 21 days for vaginal or front-hole sex. With on-demand 2-1-1, the double first dose must be taken 2–24 hours before sex.
Until you’re fully protected, use condoms or other protection.
Can I get PrEP in Pattaya as a tourist?
Yes. Visitors start PrEP after the same simple tests as anyone else. Ask the doctor how many pills to take home, and bring your results and plan to your own doctor so you can continue without a gap.
What happens if I miss a pill?
Take it as soon as you remember, then carry on as normal. Never take two doses on the same day to catch up. An occasional missed pill doesn’t mean PrEP stops working, but if it happens often, talk to us about reminders or switching schedules.
Does PrEP protect against other STIs?
No. PrEP only prevents HIV. Condoms lower the risk of syphilis, gonorrhoea and chlamydia, and the 3-monthly check-up is a good moment for an STI screen, because many STIs have no symptoms.
Can I drink alcohol while taking PrEP?
Yes. Alcohol doesn’t interact with PrEP or make it less effective. Just make sure a big night out doesn’t make you forget your next pill.
How do I stop PrEP safely?
Talk to the doctor first. How long you keep taking pills after the last time you had sex depends on the kind of sex and your schedule. If you have hepatitis B, stopping suddenly can cause a flare, so it needs a plan.
Is PrEP the same as PEP?
No. PrEP is taken before any exposure, as ongoing protection. PEP is a 28-day emergency course started within 72 hours after a possible exposure. If you think you were exposed recently, contact us now and ask for PEP.
What tests do I need before starting?
An HIV test (PrEP is only for people who are HIV-negative), a kidney function test and a hepatitis B test. An STI screen is recommended but optional. The doctor goes through all the results with you.
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08 · Get in touch
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Find us
Pattaya, Chon Buri, Thailand (full address to be added)Open daily 09:00 – 21:00
Pattaya, Chon Buri, Thailand (full address to be added)
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Today could be day one.
Send one message and we’ll take it from there: tests, plan and pills, in a single visit.