Lopimune Information

Lopimune is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. Other than this, Lopimune has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Lopimune depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Lopimune include Headache. Some other side effects of Lopimune have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lopimune go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lopimune is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lopimune has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lopimune related warnings section.

Lopimune is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Hemophilia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Lopimune contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Lopimune have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Lopimune is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Lopimune Benefits & Uses
Lopimune Dosage & How to Take
Lopimune Side Effects
Lopimune Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lopimune with Other Drugs
Lopimune Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lopimune
Lopimune Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lopimune Benefits & Uses

Lopimune is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Lopimune Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg lopinavir and 100 mg ritonavir
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 200 mg lopinavir and 50 mg ritonavir
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 800 mg lopinavir and 200 mg ritonavir
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 800 mg lopinavir and 200 mg ritonavir

Lopimune Related Warnings

Is the use of Lopimune safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lopimune. It is best to stop taking Lopimune immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lopimune safe during breastfeeding?

Lopimune may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lopimune, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lopimune.
What is the effect of Lopimune on the Kidneys?

Lopimune is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lopimune on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Lopimune on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lopimune on the Heart?

Lopimune is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lopimune with Other Drugs

Lopimune should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Imipramine

Pindolol

Verapamil

Felodipine

Mild

Diclofenac

Indomethacin

Lopimune Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lopimune unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Diabetes
Pancreatitis
Hemophilia
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Heart Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Lopimune

Is this Lopimune habit forming or addictive?

Lopimune is not addictive in nature.

Lopimune Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lopimune

Some foods when eaten with Lopimune can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopimune

Taking alcohol with Lopimune can be dangerous.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvir (ritonavir)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 939-941

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Kaletra (lopinavir and ritonavir)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 811

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