What is Descovy used for?

Information reviewed July 24, 2026

Descovy (emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide) is a prescription medication used to treat HIV treatment and prevention (PrEP). A once-daily pill used as part of HIV treatment and for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in certain at-risk adults and adolescents.

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