PCP Prophylaxis: Standards for prevention of Pneumocystis pneumonia. Prevents a high-mortality AIDS-defining illness in immunosuppressed patients.
CD4 Count < 200 cells/µL
Primary indication
CD4% < 14%
Alternative primary threshold
Prior Oral Candidiasis
Significant risk flag (CD4 < 250)
Prior PCP Infection
Secondary prophylaxis required
Prevention Status
Maintain clinical and CD4 monitoring. No routine prophylaxis required.