Atazanavir + Ritonavir
Atazanavir + Ritonavir Information
- Atazanavir + Ritonavir Benefits & Uses
- Atazanavir + Ritonavir Dosage & How to Take
- Atazanavir + Ritonavir Side Effects
- Atazanavir + Ritonavir Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Atazanavir + Ritonavir with Other Drugs
- Atazanavir + Ritonavir Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Atazanavir + Ritonavir
- Atazanavir + Ritonavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Atazanavir + Ritonavir Benefits & Uses
Atazanavir + Ritonavir is used to treat the following -
Atazanavir + Ritonavir Dosage & How to Take
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.
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Ingredients of Atazanavir + Ritonavir
Atazanavir + Ritonavir Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atazanavir + Ritonavir is used -
- Rash
- Headache Mild
- Dizziness Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Abdominal Pain Mild
- Dyspepsia
- Paresthesia
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Diarrhoea
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Cough Mild
- Increased Cholesterol level in blood
- Increased Triglyceride level in Blood
- Increased Bilrubin Level
- Fever Mild
- Flushing
- Blurred vision
- Anemia Moderate
- Fatigue Mild
- Back Pain Mild
Atazanavir + Ritonavir Related Warnings
Is the use of Atazanavir + Ritonavir safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Atazanavir + Ritonavir for pregnant women are very mild.
Is the use of Atazanavir + Ritonavir safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can use Atazanavir + Ritonavir without any worries about side effects.
What is the effect of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on the Kidneys?
You can take Atazanavir + Ritonavir without any fear of damage to kidney.
What is the effect of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Atazanavir + Ritonavir on the Heart?
Atazanavir + Ritonavir is rarely harmful for 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 -
Ergotamine
Lovastatin
Simvastatin
Alfuzosin
Amiodarone
Warfarin
Fentanyl
Flecainide
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?
No, Atazanavir + Ritonavir is not habit forming.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Atazanavir + Ritonavir, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine. It can be dangerous, as Atazanavir + Ritonavir can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but it is important to consult a doctor before taking Atazanavir + Ritonavir.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atazanavir + Ritonavir is not used to treat mental disorders.
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
Taking alcohol with Atazanavir + Ritonavir can be dangerous.
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References
- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Reyataz® (atazanavir sulfate)
- KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810
- April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 194-196
- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvir (ritonavir)
- KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810
- April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 939-941
