Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection — treatment
- Treat all people with HIV promptly
- Initial ART is usually integrase-based
- bictegravir or dolutegravir regimens
- Use ≥2 fully active drugs in a complete regimen
- Check resistance, HBV status + interactions
- Goal: durable undetectable viral load
- Adherence/access matter as much as potency
Use at a glance
- Treat all people with HIV promptly
Practical pearls
- Initial ART is usually integrase-based
- bictegravir or dolutegravir regimens
Treatment options
- Use ≥2 fully active drugs in a complete regimen
- Goal: durable undetectable viral load
- Adherence/access matter as much as potency
Other practical pearls
- Check resistance, HBV status + interactions
Self-check
- Who should receive prompt HIV treatment?
All people with HIV.
- What should be checked before/with initial ART?
Resistance, HBV status, and interactions.
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