Question

Can I give my baby new meds?

2 April 2024. Related: All topics, Children.

Hi there… Am a mom who is HIV+ My viral load is undetectable. My baby 1st test was HIV negative and is on nevirapine.. My Q is can I give my baby other meds for instant I give her the nevirapine 5am everyday and can I give her the constipation meds around 6pm everyday she is on formula?

Answer

Answer: Simon Collins

Hi there

Thanks – please don’t give you baby any new meds without talking to your doctor or health worker first.

The doctor needs to look at any health problems first.