Ritonavir (Systemic)
Brand Names : Norvir, Norvir SEC
Category
DescriptionRitonavir (rit-ON-uh-veer) is used, alone or in combination with other medicines,
in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV). HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).
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. 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
- Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
- Oral solution (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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