Table 1 Recommended timing of IPTp initiation and harmonization between NMCP and RHP
Country | Recommended timing of initiation of IPTp per NMCP guidance | Harmonization between NMCP and RHP guidance |
|---|---|---|
Angola | 13 weeks | Yes |
Benin | 16 weeks | Yes |
DRC | After first trimester | No; RHP guidance pending IPTp update |
Ghana | Second trimester | No; RHP says 14 weeks |
Guinea | 13 weeks | Yes |
Kenya | 13–16 weeks | No; RHP promotes 16 weeks |
Liberia | 13 weeks | Yes |
Madagascar | Early as possible in second trimester | No; RHP guidance pending IPTp update |
Malawi | 16 weeks | Yes |
Mali | 13 weeks | No; RHP guidance pending IPTp update |
Mozambique | 13 weeks | Yes |
Nigeria | Early as possible after first trimester | No; RHP does not mention IPTp |
Senegal | Second trimester | Yes |
Tanzania | After 12th week of gestational age | Yes |
Uganda | Second trimester | Yes |
Zambia | 16 weeks | Yes |
Zimbabwe | Beginning of second trimester | No; RHP says first dose should be given after quickening |