New developments in antiretroviral therapy for HIV infection

Health professionals need to be aware of the current approach to the treatment of HIV infection as more Australians are living with HIV/AIDS. Approximately half of these patients are taking combination antiretroviral therapy. These regimens have a wide range of adverse effects and interactions. The prevalence of HIV infection is expected to increase, not only because the incidence is increasing, but also because effective antiretroviral therapy is prolonging survival. People living with HIV/AIDS are increasingly likely to seek care from doctors without a special interest in HIV because of increasing comorbidities including cardiovascular disease.