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In HIV infection the prophylaxis for pneumocystis jiroveci may be stopped after HAA if the CD4 count persists more than 200 for what duration?

A
1 month
B
2 month
C
3 month
D
6 month
High-Yield Explanation
Pneumocystis jiroveci - Prophylaxis should be staed if the patient has 1. CD4+ T cell count OR 2. Oropharyngeal candidiasis OR 3. Prior bout of PCP DRUG used: Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX), 1 double strength tablet once daily The prophylaxis may be stopped if CD4+ T cell count >200 for 3 months Ref: Harrison, Edition-18, Page-1544.

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