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High Rate of Discontinuation May Diminish PrEP Coverage Among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men.

Authors :
Morgan, Ethan
Ryan, Daniel T.
Newcomb, Michael E.
Mustanski, Brian
Source :
AIDS & Behavior; Nov2018, Vol. 22 Issue 11, p3645-3648, 4p, 1 Chart
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

Understanding pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) discontinuation is key to maximizing its effectiveness at the individual and population levels. Data came from the RADAR cohort study of MSM aged 16-29 years, 2015-2017. Participants included those who reported past 6-month PrEP use and discontinued its use by the interview date. Of the 197 participants who had used PrEP in the past 6 months, 65 discontinued use. Primary reasons for PrEP discontinuation included trouble getting to doctor’s appointments (14, 21.5%) and issues related to insurance coverage or loss (13, 20.0%). Few (21%) who discontinued spoke to their doctor first, which has important implications for future long acting formulations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10907165
Volume :
22
Issue :
11
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
AIDS & Behavior
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
132698216
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-018-2125-2