Lopinavir Ritonavir

Name: Lopinavir Ritonavir

Adverse Effects

>10%

Diarrhea (7-9%)

Hyperlipidemia (3-39%)

Nausea (5-16%)

Rash (12%)

Abdominal pain (1-11%)

Nausea (5-16%)

ALT increased (1-11%)

1-10% (selected)

Headache (2-6%)

Elevated LFTs (2-10%)

Weakness (< 9%)

Hyperuricemia (< 5%)

Flatulence (1-4%)

Neutropenia (1-5%)

<1%

Stevens Johnson Syndrome

Erythema multiforme

Toxic epidermal necrolysis

Lopinavir Ritonavir Dosage

Follow all directions on your prescription label, especially when giving the medicine to a child. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

If a child is taking this medication, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Kaletra doses are based on weight in children.

Do not crush, chew, or break a Kaletra tablet. Swallow the pill whole.

Kaletra tablets can be taken with or without food.

Kaletra liquid should be taken with food. Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

While using Kaletra, you may need frequent blood tests at your doctor's office.

HIV/AIDS is usually treated with a combination of drugs. Use all medications as directed by your doctor. Read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each medication. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without your doctor's advice. Every person with HIV or AIDS should remain under the care of a doctor.

Store Kaletra liquid in the refrigerator or at room temperature. If you store the liquid at room temperature you must use it within 60 days.

Store the tablets at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Keep the pills in their original container with the cap tightly closed.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of Kaletra oral liquid could be fatal to a child.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

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