Injectable
PrEP Station
Injectable
PrEP Station
How to get Injectable PrEP?
Call the clinic to book an in-person appointment and check your
insurance coverage.
In-person consultation with a Nurse Practitioner and the initial lab test on site.
When the results come in, return to the clinic for the
first injection.
Return within a month for additional lab work and the next injection.
Every two months repeat lab work and PrEP injection.
(Same visit)
Call the clinic to book an in-person appointment and check your
insurance coverage.
In-person consultation with a nurse practitioner and the initial lab test.
When the results come in, return to the clinic for the
first injection.
Return within a month for additional lab work and the next injection.
Every two months lab work and
PrEP injection
Injectable PrEP has been approved
& will be available this month.
- Our injection program coordinators will follow up and help schedule appointments and check-in
- Injection needs to be given +/- 7 days of scheduled times. To maintain protection and continue them.
- Clinic visits and lab work will be every 2 months instead of 3 months
- We will be expanding this service to Brampton and Ottawa locations soon and will be doing distance coverage for it soon.
- Same day start if switching from oral to injections
Need help checking coverage? Our pharmacy team is here for you. Email us at info@prepclinic.ca or text 416-420-1250, and a team member will assist you.
How should I PrEP?
PrEP Pills
- Labwork every 3 months
- Can be taken once daily, or on-demand
- First 3 months free, covered by most plans
- Coverage from ODB / OHIP+ / Trillium
- Most Pay $0 with our PrEPSaver Program
Injectable PrEP
- Labwork every 2 months
- A single injection every 2 months
- Covered by some private insurance plans
- No coverage from ODB / OHIP+ / Trillium
- Reduced co-pay or deductible coverage support
How much does It cost?
Some insurance plans have started covering injectable PrEP. To find out if your plan includes coverage, check with your insurance provider using the Drug Identification Number (DIN): 02547473, and see if you have an annual plan maximum.
If the medication isn’t fully covered, a support program may be available to help with partial costs, and we can connect you with the resources you need. Our team can also assist in verifying whether your plan includes coverage for injectable PrEP.
The Ontario Drug Benefit program (including OHIP+, Trillium, Disability, Ontario Works, etc.) has not yet released coverage details for injectable PrEP.
It might take several months or longer to get an update from the Ministry, and coverage is not guaranteed. Our team will notify you by email as soon as there are updates.
Without coverage, each injection costs approximately $1900 and is excluded from our PrEPSaver Program.
Need help checking coverage? Our pharmacy team is here for you. Email us at info@prepclinic.ca or text 416-420-1250, and a team member will assist you.
Injectable
PrEP Station
Toronto - Brampton - Ottawa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Injectable PrEP?
How is PrEP Injected?
It is administered as a single injection into the gluteal (buttocks) region, then again in a month, then every 2 months. Our in-person clinics in Toronto, Brampton, Ottawa will be offering injection services by our nursing team.
How much does injectable PrEP cost?
Who is a good candidate for the Injection?
You may be a good candidate for injectable PrEP if you do not want to take pills or have difficulty remembering to take them, and are comfortable receiving regular injections at the gluteal (buttocks) site. If you tend to come perfectly on time when lab work and refills are due and are open to more frequent lab work, then injectable PrEP may be a good option for you.
You should also have 100% coverage for injectable PrEP through private medication, or be comfortable paying for it out of pocket.
Who may not be a good candidate for the Injection?
If you are not open to more frequent lab testing or you are not comfortable receiving injections, injectable PrEP may not be the best option for you. You may be a better candidate for pills if you are sometimes late for lab work, or prefer the flexibility in stopping, starting, or switching between daily and on-demand PrEP use.
If you lack full or consistent private coverage, injectable PrEP may not be the best option for you, as it is not currently covered through the ODB program.
What are the side effects of injectable PrEP?
- Injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling)
- Headache
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Weight gain
How effective is injectable PrEP?
Injectable PrEP is highly effective in preventing HIV infection.
How often do I need to get injections for PrEP?
For injectable PrEP, you need to receive an injection every two months (bimonthly). If an injection is missed pills may be used. An action plan detailing this will be provided to you by the clinic in the event of missed injections.
Are pills still an option?
Yes, they are still an option and the majority of people will continue on what works best for them.
But you can switch from oral PrEP to injectable PrEP. Discuss with your Nurse Practitioner on the team to determine the best transition plan and ensure continuous HIV protection.
Where can I get injectable PrEP?
Coming very soon to The PrEP Clinic. Sign up to be notified when Injectable PrEP is available. Our Toronto location offers daytime, evening, and weekend hours – including by appointment and some walk-in hours.
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Injectable PrEP
PrEP with us
Four years ago we launched the country’s first-ever online PrEP service, a collaboration between our clinic and pharmacy. We later expanded to offer in-person care at our full-service PrEP clinics in Toronto, Brampton, and Ottawa.
Proudly LGBTQ+ owned and operated, we are an inclusive space and provide care to people of all backgrounds and identities. We’re all about community and since opening have given back over $150,000 to HIV/AIDS organizations across the province. We are also an Ontario Living Wage employer and strong believers in worker rights.
