What is the target CD4+ count threshold for initiating antiretroviral therapy (ART) in treatment-naive HIV-positive individuals according to the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) guidelines in India?
Which of the following is the first-line regimen recommended by NACP for treatment-naive HIV-positive adults in India?
A 28-year-old female from urban Delhi, diagnosed with HIV 6 months ago, is currently on TDF + 3TC + EFV and has achieved viral suppression (VL <50 copies/mL). She is now 12 weeks pregnant. Her CD4 count is 450 cells/μL. According to NACP guidelines for prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT), what is the MOST appropriate management regarding her ART regimen during pregnancy?
A 34-year-old male from rural Maharashtra presents to the district hospital with a 3-month history of progressive weight loss, chronic diarrhea, and recurrent oral candidiasis. He reports unprotected sexual contact with multiple partners 18 months ago. On examination, he is cachectic with generalized lymphadenopathy. CD4 count is 185 cells/μL. HIV ELISA is positive, confirmed by Western blot. The treating physician initiates antiretroviral therapy (ART) as per National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) guidelines. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate first-line ART regimen according to current NACP-IV guidelines for this patient?
Under the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) in India, which of the following is the recommended first-line antiretroviral regimen for treatment-naïve adults with HIV-1 infection?
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