Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is crucial for managing HIV during pregnancy, significantly reducing the risk of perinatal transmission to less than 2% when adhered to properly. ART regimens typically consist of two nucleoside reverse transcriptase …
The article discusses the advancements in HIV prevention through long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (LAI-PrEP), particularly focusing on cabotegravir (CAB-LA), which is administered every two months, enhancing adherence compared to daily …
The article discusses the critical role of trust in HIV prevention and PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) adherence. Research shows that patients who trust their healthcare providers are more likely to follow prescribed treatments, including PrEP, which …
The article discusses key developments in HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and antiretroviral therapy (ART), emphasizing their importance in preventing and managing HIV, particularly in high-risk populations in Latin America. Despite a 9% increase …
The article discusses the side effects of Cabenuva, a long-acting injectable treatment for HIV, highlighting common adverse reactions such as injection site reactions, headache, fatigue, and nausea. It emphasizes the importance of managing these side …
Isentress, or raltegravir, is an integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI) essential for HIV treatment, as it blocks the integrase enzyme that allows HIV to replicate. It is a critical component of antiretroviral therapy (ART), helping to reduce …
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a highly effective HIV prevention method for individuals at high risk, available in daily pill form or as an injectable treatment every two months. When taken consistently, PrEP can reduce the risk of HIV …
The article emphasizes the importance of PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) in HIV prevention, highlighting its ability to reduce the risk of HIV transmission by up to 99% for sexual encounters and at least 74% for individuals who inject drugs. PrEP is …
The article discusses the dosage details, usage guidelines, potential side effects, and drug interactions of Stribild, an antiretroviral medication used for managing HIV. Stribild is taken as one tablet orally once daily with food to enhance …
Understanding PrEP: The Key to HIV Prevention Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a vital biomedical intervention for individuals at high risk of HIV, involving the daily intake of antiretroviral medications like Truvada and Descovy, which can reduce …
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a crucial medication that helps prevent HIV for high-risk individuals, reducing the risk of infection from sex by about 99% and from injection drug use by at least 74%. PrEP is recommended for those with …
Apretude, also known as cabotegravir extended-release injectable suspension, is an FDA-approved medication for HIV prevention in at-risk adults and adolescents weighing at least 35 kilograms. As a long-acting pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), it is …
The article “Understanding HIV: The Silent Invader” discusses the global health challenge posed by Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), which targets and weakens the immune system by destroying CD4 T-cells, leading to Acquired …
The article discusses the transformative impact of antiretroviral drugs, particularly Biktarvy, on the lives of individuals living with HIV. These medications help manage the virus, improve quality of life, and reduce the risk of transmission through …
