The Illinois Perinatal HIV Hotline and the Pediatric AIDS Chicago Prevention Initiative (PACPI) have partnered with Walgreen's/C&M Specialty Pharmacy to offer emergency support for the provision of pediatric HIV prophylactic medication. This support aims to ensure that all HIV-exposed newborns are discharged from the hospital with a 2-week supply of AZT syrup (Zidovudine/Retrovir), as recommended, since this medication is often not available at local pharmacies. This service will be especially useful for hospitals without outpatient pharmacies that are challenged to dispense the medication at discharge.
