How much do HIV prevention drugs cost?

The general reference price range for HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) medications is 1500-6000 yuan. The typical medication cycle is usually 28 days, although side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and dizziness may occur. Specific pricing depends on various factors including drug brand, combination regimen, regional economic level, purchasing channel, and duration of medication. Actual prices are recommended to be verified at local hospitals. Detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Drug Brand: If domestically produced drugs are used, the production and distribution costs are relatively lower, with a general reference price of 1500-3000 yuan. If imported drugs are used, the prices are relatively higher, generally ranging from 4000-6000 yuan.

2. Drug Combination Regimen: Basic dual-drug regimens, with simpler components suitable for general situations, have a general reference price of 1500-2500 yuan. Enhanced triple-drug regimens, with more complex components for high-risk situations, have a general reference price of 3500-6000 yuan.

3. Regional Economic Level: In less economically developed cities, where drug procurement and medical service costs are lower, the general reference price is 1500-3500 yuan. In economically developed cities, where operational costs and drug pricing are higher, the general reference price ranges from 3000-6000 yuan.

4. Purchasing Channel: Purchasing through hospital pharmacies, which include costs for physician consultation and medication guidance, has a general reference price of 2000-6000 yuan. Purchasing through designated pharmacies of disease control centers is relatively cheaper, with a general reference price of 1500-4500 yuan.

5. Duration of Medication: The standard 28-day medication cycle is the conventional requirement, with a general reference price of 1500-6000 yuan. If the duration of medication needs to be extended or adjusted due to special circumstances, additional medication costs will be incurred, and the overall reference price will exceed the usual range, depending on the actual medication usage.

When taking HIV PEP medications, it must be done under the guidance of a physician, strictly following the prescribed medication cycle without discontinuing or adjusting the dosage by oneself to ensure the effectiveness of the prophylaxis. If severe discomfort occurs during the medication period, prompt medical attention should be sought.