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The
Problem

The Pediatric Regimen Calculator (PRC) app simplifies the process of prescribing the correct antiretroviral regimen for infants living with HIV. By allowing healthcare providers to input the child’s age, the app estimates the child’s weight and provides the appropriate dosage, ensuring that treatment is accurate and adheres to medical guidelines. This innovation reduces the risk of dosing errors and improves the efficiency of case managers, particularly in resource-limited settings.

The
Solution

The Pediatric Regimen Calculator app was designed as a simple, user-friendly tool to assist healthcare providers. The app allows case managers to input an infant’s age, which automatically estimates their weight and provides the appropriate regimen. The app’s offline capability was a critical feature, given that many healthcare providers in resource-limited settings often lack reliable internet access. By calculating the weight accurately, the app helps case managers ensure that each infant receives the correct treatment, improving adherence to proper medical guidelines.