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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg atazanavir and 100 mg ritonavir
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 200 mg atazanavir and 100 mg ritonavir, dose should be given to patient above 6 years old
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg atazanavir and 100 mg ritonavir
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg atazanavir and 100 mg ritonavir

Atazanavir + Ritonavir Side Effects

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

Moderate

रक्त में बढ़ने वाले कोलेस्ट्रॉल का स्तर
बिलीरुबिन रक्त में वृद्धि
धुंधली दृष्टि
एनीमिया (और पढ़ें - एनीमिया के घरेलू उपाय)

Mild

लाल चकत्ते
सिरदर्द
चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
मतली या उलटी
पेट दर्द
दस्त
खांसी
बुखार (और पढ़ें - बुखार उतारने के घरेलू उपाय)
फ्लशिंग (चेहरे, कान और गर्दन में गर्मी की भावना)
थकान
कमर दर्द (और पढ़ें - कमर दर्द के घरेलू उपाय)

Atazanavir + Ritonavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Atazanavir + Ritonavir safe for pregnant women?

Atazanavir + Ritonavir has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Atazanavir + Ritonavir safe during breastfeeding?

Atazanavir + Ritonavir is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on the Kidneys?

Using Atazanavir + Ritonavir does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on the Liver?

Atazanavir + Ritonavir is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Atazanavir + Ritonavir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Imipramine

Pindolol

Visken Tablet

Verapamil

Mild

Diclofenac

Indomethacin

Atazanavir + Ritonavir Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Atazanavir + Ritonavir

Is this Atazanavir + Ritonavir habit forming or addictive?

Atazanavir + Ritonavir is not addictive in nature.

Atazanavir + Ritonavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atazanavir + Ritonavir

When consumed with certain foods, Atazanavir + Ritonavir may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atazanavir + Ritonavir

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Atazanavir + Ritonavir as it can have severe side effects.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
4 Years of Experience

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