Sub-theme: dosing device
In PROMISE-EPI, the provision of a syringe for the lamivudine oral solution administration, although not always easy to use at first, allowed accurate dosing and facilitated administration even while the baby was sleeping, but could raise some suspicion from the community.“You gave syringes so we cannot spill. You can even give baby while sleeping, you just put the syringe in the mouth and baby will suck it and swallow.” (Mother 30 yrs; individual interview)