pediatrics
Antiretroviral Therapy in Children
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The following English-language resources may be useful. Please note that THE MANUAL is not responsible for the content of these resources. See the following US government sites for information on drug treatment, including adverse effects, dosing (especially for information on fixed-dose combination products), and drug interactions, educational materials, and quick links to related topics: ClinicalInfo.HIV.gov:Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in Pediatric HIV Infection ClinicalInfo.HIV.gov:Recommendations for the Use of Antiretroviral Drugs During Pregnancy and Interventions to Reduce Perinatal HIV Transmission in the United States ClinicalInfo.HIV.gov:Maternal HIV Testing and Identification of Perinatal HIV Exposure ClinicalInfo.HIV.gov:Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in Adults and Adolescents with HIV ClinicalInfo.HIV.gov:Appendix A: Pediatric Antiretroviral Drug Information Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) The following resources provide information about various other prevention, treatment, and education aspects of HIV/AIDS: New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute HIV Clinical Guidelines Program:Disseminates practical, evidence-based clinical guidelines that promote quality medical care for people in New York who are living with and/or are at risk of acquiring HIV and certain other illnesses UNAIDS:Comprehensive information on how the organization directs, advocates, coordinates, and provides technical support needed to connect leadership from governments, the private sector, and communities to deliver life-saving HIV services National Clinician Consultation Center:Up-to-date HIV/AIDS guidelines and key treatment protocols for HIV/AIDS treatment, prevention, and exposure Perinatal HIV Consultation and Referral Services Hotline 1-888-HIV-8765 (1-888-448-8765): Free 24-hour clinical consultation and advice on treating pregnant women with HIV infection and their infants 