Prescription Required.Why?
The medication you are about to take contains two active ingredients: Ritonavir and Lopinavir. These two medications work together to fight HIV infection.
This drug combination, commonly known as Kaletra, is prescribed for the treatment of HIV1 infection in adults and children. It is also used in combination with other antiretroviral medications to suppress the virus and improve the quality of life of individuals living with HIV.
Hivus Lr 60s Tab (Ritonavir + Lopinavir) are both protease inhibitors. They work by blocking the activity of a specific enzyme called HIV protease. This enzyme is crucial for the virus to multiply and spread within the body. By inhibiting this enzyme, Ritonavir and Lopinavir prevent the production of new virus particles and reduce the viral load in the body.
Store this medication at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children. Do not use the medication after the expiration date printed on the bottle.
The dosage of Ritonavir and Lopinavir will be determined by your doctor based on your individual needs. It is typically taken twice a day with food. It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed and to complete the full course of treatment, even if you start to feel better.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Alcohol can interact with Ritonavir and Lopinavir and potentially increase the risk of side effects.
Ritonavir and Lopinavir can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
It is important to talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of taking Ritonavir and Lopinavir if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medication may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing infant.
The safety and effectiveness of Ritonavir and Lopinavir in children have been established. However, it is important to use this medication only as directed by a doctor.
If you have kidney problems, it is important to talk to your doctor before taking this medication. Ritonavir and Lopinavir may be eliminated from the body more slowly in people with kidney problems.
If you have liver problems, it is important to talk to your doctor before taking this medication. Ritonavir and Lopinavir can affect the liver, and the dose may need to be adjusted.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The HIV Medicine Association of the Infectious Diseases Society of America (HIVMA)
