LOPINAVIR

Overview

LOPINAVIR is a Schedule H drug.
Lopinavir and ritonavir are antiviral medications that prevent human immunodeficiency virus  from multiplying in your body.Lopinavir and ritonavir  is a combination medicine used to treat HIV, It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.Lopinavir/ritonavir is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others.

Usage

LOPINAVIR is generally used to treat: Human Immunodeficiency Virus, AIDS
LOPINAVIR can address symptoms like: Fever, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Weight Loss (unintentional), Fatigue (tiredness), Abdomen Pain, Night Sweats, Pain When Swallowing, Loss Of Appetite, Loose Motion, Vomit, Groin Swelling, Head Headache

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• You should not use lopinavir and ritonavir if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to lopinavir or ritonavir.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label, especially when giving the medicine to a child.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.If a child is taking this medication, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Kaletra doses are based on weight in children.
• Do not crush, chew, or break a Kaletra tablet. Swallow the pill whole.
• Kaletra tablets can be taken with or without food.
• Kaletra liquid should be taken with food. Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
• While using Kaletra, you may need frequent blood tests at your doctor’s office.
• HIV/AIDS is usually treated with a combination of drugs. Use all medications as directed by your doctor.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• If you take Kaletra liquid and you also take didanosine, take the didanosine at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after you take Kaletra liquid.
• Kaletra liquid contains alcohol. Avoid drinking alcohol while using lopinavir and ritonavir.
• Taking this medication will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
• Do not have unprotected sex or share razors or toothbrushes.
• Talk with your doctor about safe ways to prevent HIV transmission during sex. Sharing drug or medicine needles is never safe, even for a healthy person.Do not take if taking medications called ergot derivatives.
• Do not ake if suffering from pancreatitis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LOPINAVIR over-dosage can result in: Agitation, Confusion, Decreased Appetite, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Urination, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Body Discomfort, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Weight Gain, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Drowsiness, Abdomen Discomfort, Face Swelling, Ankles Swelling, Feet Swelling, Fatigue (tiredness)

Common Side-Effects

LOPINAVIR : Skin Rash, Heartburn, Indigestion, Dry Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Constipation, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Dry Mouth, Fever, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fruity Odor On Breath, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Pain, Difficulty Breathing, Body Excessive Sweating, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Weight Loss (unintentional), Change In Stools, Belching

Serious Side-Effects

LOPINAVIR : Hyperlipidemia, Acute Kidney Failure, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath

Disease Interactions

LOPINAVIR can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Liver Failure, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Ischemic Heart Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Hyperlipidemia

Technical Classification

LOPINAVIR is categorized as: PROTEASE INHIBITORS / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with LOPINAVIR as Ingredient

ALLTERA 50MG/200MG TAB	LOPINAVIR 200.0 MG, RITONAVIR 50.0 MG
ALUVIA 200MG/50MG TAB	RITONAVIR 200.0 MG, LOPINAVIR 50.0 MG
EMLETRA 200MG/50MG TAB	RITONAVIR 200.0 MG, LOPINAVIR 50.0 MG
EMLETRA 50MG/200MG TAB	LOPINAVIR 200.0 MG, RITONAVIR 50.0 MG
EMLETRA JUNIOR 25MG/100MG TAB	LOPINAVIR 100.0 MG, RITONAVIR 25.0 MG
HIVUS LR 200MG/50MG TAB	RITONAVIR 200.0 MG, LOPINAVIR 50.0 MG
LOPIMUNE 50MG/200MG CAP	LOPINAVIR 200.0 MG, RITONAVIR 50.0 MG
LOPIMUNE 50MG/200MG TAB	LOPINAVIR 200.0 MG, RITONAVIR 50.0 MG
LOPIMUNE-FC TAB	LOPINAVIR 200 MG, RITONAVIR 50 MG
RITOCOM 50MG/200MG TAB	LOPINAVIR 200.0 MG, RITONAVIR 50.0 MG
RITOMAX L 33.3MG/133.3MG CAP	LOPINAVIR 133.3 MG, RITONAVIR 33.3 MG
RITOMAX L FORTE 50MG/200MG TAB	LOPINAVIR 200.0 MG, RITONAVIR 50.0 MG
V LETRA 33.3MG/133.3MG CAP	LOPINAVIR 133.3 MG, RITONAVIR 33.3 MG