Criteria For Initiating Art In Adolescents And

Prior to starting ART, patients should be assessed for readiness to take ARVs; the ARV regimen; dosage and scheduling; the likely potential adverse effects; and the required monitoring. Both medical and psychosocial issues need to be addressed before initiating ART. Patients should be adequately counseled about adopting appropriate life style measures such as safer sexual practices (including appropriate use of condoms), and any other psychosocial problems that may interfere with adherence (e.g.