initiative. n. 1. the first step or action of a matter; commencing move: he took the initiative; a peace initiative. 2. the right or power to begin or initiate something: he has the initiative. 3. the ability or attitude required to begin or initiate something. 4. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) government. a. the right or power to introduce legislation, etc, in a legislative body.
If impetigo is confirmed, it can usually be effectively treated with antibiotics, which may be prescribed in the form of a cream (topical antibiotics) or as tablets (oral antibiotics). If the infection is being caused by an underlying skin condition, such as eczema, this may also need to be treated.
At present, the only medication with an FDA-approved indication for PrEP is oral tenofovir-. emtricitabine (TDF-FTC) which is available as a fixed-dose combination in a tablet called Truvada. Any licensed prescriber can prescribe PrEP. Primary care providers and settings should consider. offering PrEP to patients at high-risk for HIV. PrEP is part of a comprehensive prevention plan that includes adherence and prevention. counseling, HIV risk behavior counseling, HIV prevention education, and the provision of condoms.