Lopinavir and Ritonavir (Systemic)
Brand Names : Kaletra
CategoryDescriptionThe combination of lopinavir and ritonavir (low-PIN-a-veer
and ri-TOE-na-veer) 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 will not cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS;
however, 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 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, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
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Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
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Oral solution (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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In Canada—
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