Ritonavir Benefits & Uses

Ritonavir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Ritonavir 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
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initially 300 mg orally twice daily, increase by 100 mg twice a day every 2 to 3 days upto 600 mg twice daily
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initially 300 mg orally twice daily, increase by 100 mg twice a day every 2 to 3 days upto 600 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initially 300 mg orally twice daily, increase by 100 mg twice a day every 2 to 3 days upto 600 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 350 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initially 250 mg/m2/dose orally twice daily, increase by upto 400 mg/m2/dose twice daily

Ritonavir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ritonavir is used -

Moderate

Peripheral Neuropathy
Increased Triglyceride level in Blood
Blurred vision
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Paresthesia
Dizziness
Cough
पेट दर्द
Flushing
Fatigue
Rash
Back Pain

Common

Headache

Ritonavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Ritonavir safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Ritonavir.

Mild
Is the use of Ritonavir safe during breastfeeding?

Ritonavir does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ritonavir on the Kidneys?

Ritonavir is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ritonavir on the Liver?

Ritonavir is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ritonavir on the Heart?

Ritonavir may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ritonavir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Fentanyl

Flecainide

Moderate

Imipramine

Pindolol

Verapamil

Mild

Diclofenac

Indomethacin

Ritonavir Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Diabetes
Pancreatitis
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Ritonavir

Is this Ritonavir habit forming or addictive?

Ritonavir is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ritonavir, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ritonavir can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ritonavir should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Ritonavir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ritonavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ritonavir

Taking Ritonavir with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ritonavir

Consuming Ritonavir with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe