Ritonavir + Lopinavir
Information about Ritonavir + Lopinavir
Ritonavir + Lopinavir Uses
Ritonavir+Lopinavir is used in the treatment of HIV infection.
How Ritonavir + Lopinavir works
Ritonavir + Lopinavir is a combination of two anti-HIV medicines: Ritonavir and Lopinavir. They work by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.
Common side effects of Ritonavir + Lopinavir
Taste change, Headache, Nausea1a, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Increased liver enzymes, Increased blood lipid level, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Available Medicine for Ritonavir + Lopinavir
LopimuneCipla Ltd
₹2761 to ₹30522 variant(s)
EmletraEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹30521 variant(s)
RitocomHetero Drugs Ltd
₹14361 variant(s)
AllteraMylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹45001 variant(s)
Emletra JuniorEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹14751 variant(s)
Hivus-LRVeritaz Healthcare Ltd
₹28741 variant(s)
LopirovaChemo Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹30001 variant(s)
AluviaAbbott L
₹56341 variant(s)
V LetraSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹29001 variant(s)
Ritomax L ForteAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹15571 variant(s)
Expert advice for Ritonavir + Lopinavir
- Ritonavir + Lopinavir 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 Ritonavir + Lopinavir without your doctor’s advice.