The Dapivirine Ring
A flexible silicone ring, inserted once a month, that slowly releases medicine to help reduce the risk of HIV.
A ring you manage yourself
The dapivirine vaginal ring is a soft, flexible ring a woman inserts herself. It releases the medicine dapivirine slowly over a month to help lower the risk of HIV, a discreet, woman-controlled option that fits different lives and preferences.
Three simple steps
Insert it yourself
The ring is placed in the vagina, comfortably and privately, with no provider needed each time.
Wear it for a month
It stays in place and releases medicine steadily for about 28 days.
Replace monthly
After a month you remove the old ring and insert a new one.
The essentials
- Woman-initiated and discreet, no daily pill or clinic visit to use it.
- Replaced about once a month.
- Designed for women who want a longer-acting, self-managed option.
- Does not protect against other STIs or pregnancy.
The ring is provided through a healthcare service, which can guide you on using it. This page is general information, not medical advice.
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