NPs safely prescribing long-acting HIV medications

Abstract

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Long-acting Injectable Antiretroviral Medication for HIV

“…Also, herbal products like St. John's wort and antiepileptic and antimycobacterial drugs can decrease CAB and/or RPV concentration; therefore, loss of virologic response and development of drug resistance is alarming. CAB is a structural analog of dolutegravir; neural tube defects have been reported for pregnancy, which is a concern (Cadet et al, 2023).…”

“…Poor adherence is challenging, causing treatment failure, viral replication, or drug resistance (Cadet et al, 2023), so patient education is paramount. Teach patients about CAB/RPV regimen adherence to prevent drug resistance and maintain viral suppression.…”