TB coinfection

It is important to treat TB in pregnancy. HIV/TB coinfection increases the risk of vertical transmission of both infections.

TB can also increase the risk of the less common in utero transmission of HIV.

Like HIV, TB is a much greater risk to a pregnant woman and her baby than its treatment or prophylaxis.

Most first-line TB drugs are safe to take in pregnancy.

Last updated: 1 November 2023.