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Ritovaz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ritovaz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Ritovaz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Ritovaz are Headache. Some other side effects of Ritovaz have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ritovaz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ritovaz is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ritovaz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Hemophilia, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Ritovaz since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Ritovaz contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ritovaz with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ritovaz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ritovaz is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ritovaz is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ritovaz safe for pregnant women?
Ritovaz is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ritovaz safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ritovaz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ritovaz on the Kidneys?
Ritovaz may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ritovaz on the Liver?
Ritovaz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ritovaz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Ritovaz for the heart.
Ritovaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ritovaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ritovaz habit forming or addictive?
Ritovaz is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ritovaz
You can take Ritovaz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ritovaz
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ritovaz with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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
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