Gilead presents new data on twice-yearly lenacapavir (Yeztugo®) for HIV prevention at IAS 2025

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Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) today announced that Gilead researchers and collaborators will present new Phase 3 PURPOSE trial data at IAS 2025 showing that twice-yearly lenacapavir (Yeztugo®) was effective and well tolerated among a broad range of populations who need or want pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention, including pregnant and lactating women, adolescents and young people, and supports lenacapavir dosing recommendations for people in special situations, such as those taking medication to treat TB and other conditions. Researchers will also present new quantitative and qualitative data showing that participants in both Phase 3 PURPOSE trials indicated a preference for twice-yearly PrEP injections over daily oral medication.

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