Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America 2024 Dec 17
Long-Acting Injectable Cabotegravir and Rilpivirine in a Pregnant Woman With HIV.
ABSTRACT
This case report describes the effects of bimonthly long-acting injectable cabotegravir (CAB)/RPV before and throughout pregnancy. CAB concentrations were comparable to those in nonpregnant individuals; RPV concentrations were 70%-75% lower. No virologic failure or vertical transmission occurred. Despite placental transfer, no congenital malformations were noted. Bimonthly long-acting injectable CAB/RPV may not be suitable for pregnant women, and monitoring of exposed infants is warranted.
New answer by at Hurley Medical Center (January 3, 2025)
Yes! I am part of a consortium for Southeast Michigan that treats pregnant women, and this injectable has been used many times with good outcomes. I think the Patel article (a...