Lopinavir and Ritonavir (Oral Route)


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Lopinavir and Ritonavir (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Kaletra

Description

Lopinavir and ritonavir combination is used in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is the virus responsible for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). It is used to slow the progression of disease in patients infected with HIV who have advanced symptoms, early symptoms, or no symptoms at all.

Lopinavir and ritonavir combination will not cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS. It helps keep HIV from reproducing and appears to slow down the destruction of the immune system. This may help delay the development of problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease. Lopinavir and ritonavir combination will not keep you from spreading HIV to other people. People who receive this medicine may continue to have other problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Capsule, Liquid Filled
  • Solution
Before Using
DR600431 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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