Is starting ART easy?
Yes.
This is usually as easy as taking one or two pills every day.
There are a few differences between ART and other meds though that are important.
- It is important not to miss doses of HIV drugs.
See: Adherence and why it is so important and What is drug resistance? - Although everyone worries about side effects, these are rarely serious.
See: What is the risk of side effects? - You have a choice of drugs and you can be involved in this choice.
See: What is the best combination? - Once started, it is better to carry on rather than stop and start.
In practice, most people find starting ART is much easier than they thought.
Last updated: 1 September 2024.