Definitely indicated.
No state of which I am aware prohibits adolescent PrEP. But not addressed as the statutes allowing us to treat STIs (including HIV) without parental consent were drafted prior to PrEP.
I write these prescriptions instead of asking my NPs and PAs to.
I personally believe it would be medically irresponsible not to write PrEP for an adolescent such as yours if they weigh over 35kg.
Brian R. McMurray, MD, FACP, FACEP, AAHIVS
Medical Director, Music City PrEP
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Original Message:
Sent: 4/12/2022 9:55:00 AM
From: Rajesh Waghmode
Subject: PrEP for Adolescents.
Hello,
I'm a FNP/HIV specialist practicing in South Florida. We have been prescribing PrEP for many patients (ages 18 and above) since 2 years. Yesterday for the first time we had a female patient aged 15 who "wants" PrEP (grandmother consents). She does fit in the CDC criteria to receive PrEP (multiple sex partners, unprotected vaginal sex, 2 episodes of STI). We couldn't find specific guidelines for this age group related to PrEP. Is it safe to give PrEP at this age? Where can I find CDC guidelines related to this topic? I called CDC PrEP helpline (1855 448 7737) and left a voicemail, still waiting for a reply.
Thank you,
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Rajesh Waghmode
APRN, FNP-C
HIV-Specialist
Miami, FL
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