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Ritonavir

Uses

Ritonavir is used in the treatment of HIV infection.

How it Works

How Ritonavir works Ritonavir is an anti-HIV medication. It functions by interfering with an enzyme called protease, which is necessary for HIV-infected cells to produce new viruses. This action halts the production of new viruses.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Ritonavir include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), vomiting, fatigue, increased triglyceride levels in the blood, and joint pain.

Expert Advice

Ritonavir should be taken with food.
Do not skip any doses, and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Avoid taking antacids one hour before or two hours after taking Ritonavir.
Ritonavir may cause dizziness or sleepiness; do not drive or engage in activities that require concentration until you know how it affects you.
Discontinue medications prescribed for erectile dysfunction, such as sildenafil or tadalafil, while undergoing treatment with this medicine.
Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly.
Inform your doctor if you experience abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Other Combinations

Atazanavir + Emtricitabine + Ritonavir + Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate

Atazanavir + Lamivudine + Ritonavir + Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate

Atazanavir + Ritonavir

Darunavir + Ritonavir

Lopinavir + Ritonavir

Nirmatrelvir + Ritonavir

Related Medications

Salt Composition in both

Atazanavir 300mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Tazavir R 300/100mg Tablet 30s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 30 tablets

₹3,353

Atazor R Tablet 30s

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹2,484.2

MRP ₹3,144.5

Salt Composition in both

Atazanavir 300mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Synthivan Tablet

Strip of 30 tablets

₹3,246.1

Atazor R Tablet 30s

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹2,484.2

MRP ₹3,144.5

Salt Composition in both

Atazanavir 300mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Hiataz-R Tablet

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹3,306

Atazor R Tablet 30s

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹2,484.2

MRP ₹3,144.5

Salt Composition in both

Atazanavir 300mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Virataz R 300mg/100mg Tablet

Hetero Healthcare Ltd.

Strip of 30 tablets

₹3,680

Atazor R Tablet 30s

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹2,484.2

MRP ₹3,144.5

Salt Composition in both

Atazanavir 300mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Ataclip 300/100mg Tablet 30s

Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 30 tablets

₹3,789.2

Atazor R Tablet 30s

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹2,484.2

MRP ₹3,144.5

Salt Composition

Atazanavir 300mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Atazor R Tablet 30s

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹2,484.2

MRP ₹3,144.5

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Ritomax 100mg Capsule

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

Box of 60 capsules

₹2,648.3

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Viriton 100mg Tablet

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

Bottle of 60 tablets

₹1,890

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Ritios 100 Tablet 60s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 60 tablets

₹1,955

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Ritomune 100mg Tablet

Bottle of 60 tablets

₹1,769.1

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Empetus 100mg Tablet

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 30 tablets

₹884.5

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Ritomune 100mg Capsule

Cipla Health Ltd.

Strip of 30 capsules

₹915

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ritonavir 100mg

Ritomax 100mg Tablet

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

Strip of 30 tablets

₹865.4

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Lopirova 50/200mg Tablet 60s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 60 tablets

₹3,000

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Lopirova Tablet

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Bottle of 60 tablets

₹3,000

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet

Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 60 tablets

₹2,716.5

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Lopimune 50/200mg Capsule 90s

Strip of 90 capsules

₹2,761.9

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Prolavir LR Tablet

Laurus Labs Ltd.

Bottle of 120 tablets

₹6,099

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 133.3mg + Ritonavir 33.3mg

Ritomax L 33.3 mg/133.3 mg Capsule

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

Box of 90 capsules

₹4,590

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Darunavir 800mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Daruvir 800 R Tablet

Cipla Health Ltd.

Bottle of 30 tablets

₹7,742.5

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Ritonateris LP 200/50mg Tablet 60s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Box of 60 tablets

₹3,021

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Lopinavir 200mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Alltera 50/200mg Tablet 120s

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Bottle of 120 tablets

₹4,691

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Darunavir 400mg + Ritonavir 50mg

Durart-R 450 Tablet

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Bottle of 60 tablets

₹9,000

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Nirmatrelvir 150mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Box of 30 tablets

MRP ₹5,000

Salt Composition

Darunavir 600mg + Ritonavir 100mg

Daruvir 600 R Tablet

Bottle of 60 tablets

₹9,841.4

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of Ritonavir?

Ritonavir is used in combination with other medications to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, although it does not completely cure HIV or AIDS.

Why is Ritonavir combined with Lopinavir?

Ritonavir is combined with Lopinavir in a fixed-dose formulation to enhance the bioavailability of Lopinavir, thereby increasing its effectiveness against HIV.

What is the role of Ritonavir as a booster?

Ritonavir acts as a booster to enhance the absorption of other protease inhibitors and to prevent their degradation.

Is Ritonavir classified as a protease inhibitor?

Yes, Ritonavir is classified as a protease inhibitor.

What is the mechanism of action of Ritonavir and what does it inhibit?

Ritonavir is a protease inhibitor that prevents protease enzymes from breaking down proteins, which in turn inhibits the replication of HIV. While it does not completely cure HIV, it reduces the risk of developing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and related infections or cancers.