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Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap


Introduction of Ritovaz Tabcap

Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap is a combination of two anti-HIV medicines: Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap1 and Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap2.

Uses of Ritovaz Tabcap

Benefits of Ritovaz Tabcap

In HIV infection

Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap decreases the amount of HIV in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. It is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Ritovaz Tabcap

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ritovaz

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
  • Jaundice
  • Rash
  • Scleral icterus
  • Muscle pain
  • Fever
  • Depression
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dizziness
  • Elevated serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase
  • Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase
  • Increased bilirubin in the blood
  • Increased lipase in the blood
  • Elevated creatinine kinase
  • Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
  • Increased triglyceride level in blood
  • Increased glucose level in blood
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Low blood platelets

How to use Ritovaz Tabcap

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

Ritovaz Tabcap

  • Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap is a combination medicine which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infection in the body. 
  • Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day.
  • Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
  • It may cause weight gain and weakening of your bones. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
  • Do not stop taking Ritovaz 300 mg/100 mg Tabcap without your doctor’s advice.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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hello, one of my frnd suffering with hiv infection from last 2yrs her cd4 is more than 470 and viral load is zero undetectable now she is using art medicines i have doubt that can we have to use art medicine in the whole life or can we stop it once we get viral load zero
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
You still need to be on ART even if the viral load is undetectable
i have unprotected sex with my friend. Can I take any drugs now to prevent any STD/HIV infection
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. There is some medicine for prophylactic but you need to see physician for prescription and better you check HIV status of both partner
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References

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