Viriton

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Viriton Information

Viriton is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. HIV/AIDS are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Viriton depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Viriton are Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Viriton can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Viriton are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Viriton's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Viriton's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Viriton is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Hemophilia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Viriton contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Viriton with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Viriton, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Viriton Benefits & Uses

Viriton is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Viriton 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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Geriatric
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially 300 mg orally twice daily, increase by 100 mg twice a day every 2 to 3 days upto 600 mg twice daily
Adult
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially 300 mg orally twice daily, increase by 100 mg twice a day every 2 to 3 days upto 600 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially 300 mg orally twice daily, increase by 100 mg twice a day every 2 to 3 days upto 600 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 350 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially 250 mg/m2/dose orally twice daily, increase by upto 400 mg/m2/dose twice daily


Viriton Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Viriton is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

Viriton Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Viriton safe for pregnant women?


    Viriton has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Viriton safe during breastfeeding?


    Viriton does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Viriton on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Viriton on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Viriton on the Liver?


    Viriton may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Viriton on the Heart?


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

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Viriton with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Viriton Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Viriton

  • Is this Viriton habit forming or addictive?


    Viriton does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Viriton as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Viriton only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Viriton cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Viriton Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Viriton


    Taking Viriton with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Viriton


    Consumption of alcohol and Viriton together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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