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	What meds are out there?
	Types of Drug Treatments
	I'm young - why should I take meds?
	If I eat lots of fruits and veggies can I stay healthy without meds?
	Are there side effects to the meds?
	If the side effects get too much to handle - can I stop taking my meds?
	I don't have enough to buy my meds!
	How do I remember to take my meds?
	What's the big deal about stopping and starting my meds when I want?
	I heard I can die if I mix recreational drugs and my medication - is that true?
	I heard there is a drug you can take to get rid of HIV, is this true?

What meds are out there?

Man, this can be a totally confusing process!! There are lots of HIV/AIDS medicines out there to choose from. People sometimes call them ‘meds.’ Whether you decide to go on meds or not, remember that no meds cure HIV and there can be problems taking them.