Ritomune 100 Mg
- Manufacturer : Cipla Ltd
- Equivalent Brands : Norvir
- Generic Brands : Ritonavir
Ritonavir (Generic tablets ) is an HIV protease inhibitor which is used in combination with other antiretroviral medicines for the treatment of HIV-1 infection.
Ritomune tablets are manufactured by Cipla Ltd. in the strengths of 100 mg. We also have in stock Generic Combivir (Duovir Tablets) which which is also used to treat the same indications.
Ritomune (Ritonavir) is used in combination with other drugs to treat HIV infections. This drug belongs to a class of antiviral drugs known as protease inhibitors, which work by helping to slow the spread of HIV infections. It is important to note that this medication will not cure HIV, and may also not reduce HIV related illnesses, nor will use of this drug will not prevent the transmission of HIV to others.
Ritomune 100Mg Tablet is used for the control, treatment and prevention of rocky mountain spotted fever, bacterial infections of the eye, urinary tract infections, and HIV/AIDS. Ritomune 100Mg Tablet works by inhibiting the growth of viral particles and preventing the virus from multiplying inside the body.
Do not use Ritomune 100Mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in it. Before using Ritomune 100Mg Tablet tell your doctor if you are using any prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, or other herbal and dietary pills and supplements, if you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, if you have hemophilia, if you have pancreatitis, if you have a history of kidney and liver problems, if you have low potassium or magnesium blood levels, if you high cholesterol, or if you have any sort of bleeding disorder. Also let your doctor know your history of medical problems, pre-existing diseases and current health conditions.
Common side effects of Ritomune 100Mg Tablet include inflammation of the pancreas, excess cholesterol, dizziness, tiredness, rash or itching, back pain, neck rigidity, palpitations, dry mouth, nausea, dyspepsia, vomiting, anxiety, sweating, fever, weakness, unusual taste in the mouth, throat pain, cough, pruritis, renal insufficiency headache, and myalgia.
Ritomune tablets are contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity (e.g., toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome) to Ritonavir or any inactive ingredient present in Ritomune tablets.
Co-administration of Generic with drugs highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which elevated plasma concentrations may be associated with serious and/or life-threatening events and is therefore contraindicated.
Co-administration of Generic with medicines that significantly reduce Ritonavir is also contraindicated.
If you are taking any medication, inform your doctor.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of prolonged QT interval (irregular heart beats), heart, liver or kidney disease, diabetes, bleeding disorder, high cholesterol, elderly, pregnant and breastfeeding.
It may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives.
In some patient’s cholesterol, sugar level may be increased with the following symptoms: increased thirst, increased urination, confusion, drowsiness, flushing, and rapid breathing; if it so, inform your doctor.
Monitor glucose, lipid, uric acid and blood counts.
It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
The dosage of Ritonavir Tablets (Generic) for adult patients is 600 mg twice a day with meals.
The Ritonavir dose for pediatrics patients The recommended twice daily dose for children greater than one month of age is based on body surface area and should not exceed 600 mg twice daily with meals.
Dose modification for Generic is necessary when used with other protease inhibitors.
This medicine reduces the amount of HIV and helps to increase the number of CD4 (T) cells in your blood. Patients who took this medicine in clinical studies had significant reductions in both death and AIDS defining diseases; however this medicine may not have these effects in all patients.
This medicine is in a class of medicines called the HIV protease inhibitors. It blocks HIV protease, a chemical which is needed for HIV to multiply. It is used in combination with other anti-HIV medicines to treat people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. This medicine is for adults and for children age >1 month and older. HIV infection leads to the destruction of CD4 (T) cells, which are important to the immune system. After a large number of CD4 (T) cells have been destroyed, acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) develops.
This medicine does not cure HIV infection or AIDS. It does not reduce the risk of passing HIV to others through sexual contact or blood contamination. Continue to practice safe sex and do not use or share dirty needles.
Tablet and capsule: Store it in refrigerator, do not freeze it. Keep away from children and pets.