Question
Can I get pregnant if I’m using ARVs?
6 October 2020. Related: All topics, Pregnancy.
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Answer
Thanks for getting in touch.
ARVs don’t have any impact on a woman’s chances of getting pregnant, so if you’re reading to start trying for a baby then you can.
Being on ARVs is important when you’re pregnant as they reduce the risk of transmission.
Hi Mandy, yes you can get pregnant. Dolutegravir has no effect on your fertility/pregnancy.
As dolutegravir is one of the medications used to treat HIV it is the best way to keep both you and baby healthy. It can also help reduce any risk of transmission to baby.
Can I get pregnant while taking dolutegravir?
Hi Debbie, ARVs do not have an effect on your periods. As they keep you healthy they are the best way to help your chances of getting pregnant. Are you using Hetemcit to prevent HIV transmission?
Have you spoken to a doctor about being late with your period? As you are experiencing abdominal pains and have not had your period you should speak to a doctor as soon as you can.
I stopped taking Microcal tablets on the 12th of june and started using Hetemcit tablets on the 13th of june at 20:00,my boyfriend is HIV positive and we both trying for a baby,I haven’t seen my period and I tested for pregnancy I’m still negative……what should we do?..although I’m now having abdominal pains more especially at night.
Hi Ntokozo, yes you can get pregnant while taking ARVs – ARVs do not effect your fertility. In fact they will only help as they help to keep you healthy.
Have you been to see a doctor about trying for a baby?
Can I get pregnant if I’m takin dolutegravir/ lamivudine/tenofovir pills because I have been trying for 8 months now but nothing
Hi Nomathuba, yes you can. ARVs (including Vulanate) will not affect your ability to become pregnant.
Can I fall pregnant while I’m taking VULANTE arvs