Question

My viral load is undetectable, can I now stop taking ARVs?

9 January 2021. Related: Adherence, All topics.

Can you stop taking ARVs when your viral load becomes undetectable and just take septrin instead?

Answer

Answer: Lisa Thorley

Thanks for getting in touch.

Your viral load is undetectable because you’re taking ARVs. If you stop taking ARVs your viral load will increase and become detectable. Your HIV will no longer be under control.

Septrin is an antibiotic, it’s not an ARV, therefore it won’t control your HIV.