NORVIR

Norvir Information

Norvir (also known as Ritonavir) is a HIV protease inhibitor, a drug that blocks HIV protease – a chemical which is needed for HIV to multiply. It has a strong effect in reducing the amount of HIV and increasing the number of CD4(T) cells. Studies have shown a drastic decrease in the number of deaths and AIDS defining diseases in patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) following treatment with Norvir in combination with other anti-HIV treatments. This drug cannot cure AIDS, and it cannot prevent HIV transmission through infected blood or unprotected sexual contacts.

Norvir Indications

Norvir is a popular medicine that is usually prescribed as a HIV protease inhibitor. However, if you have any questions regarding why your personal physician has prescribed you to take this medicine, you should ask him or her, because this drug may also be used to prevent or to treat some other medical conditions that have not been listed in this medicine guide. It is recommended that patients following Norvir treatment should stay under constant medical care. Do not alter your dosage in any way, and do not stop treatment without first consulting your doctor. You are strongly advised to fully follow the intake dosage and schedule exactly as your doctor has prescribed it.

Norvir Warnings

Ask your health care specialist before starting Norvir treatment, and let him know about what other treatments you are following or planning to start. Some medicines can cause severe side effects and even death. Also, do not start treatment with this drug if you are allergic to Norvir or any of its ingredients, to any foods, dyes, preservatives or other type of substances. Before you start taking this drug, you should inform your physician if you are suffering from any other disorders. Some patients who have other medical conditions may have to take a lower dose of this drug (or they might not be allowed to start following a treatment with it at all).

Norvir Intake Guidelines

Patients undergoing Norvir treatment are strongly advised to follow the exact dosage and intake schedule the doctor has prescribed. Children older than 1 month of age can also take Norvir – consult the doctor for an exact dosage based on the child's age, height and weight. Doses can be taken with food, to relief stomach upset. Never change the dosage or intake schedule without consulting your health care specialist.

Norvir Dosage

The general adult Norvir dosage is six 100 mg capsules or 7.5 ml of the oral solution two times per day. It is best if you combine Norvir treatment with other anti-HIV treatments. Dosage may vary, according to a few factors such as age, weight, height and general health condition, so it is best to get and follow an exact dosage from your health care specialist.

Norvir Overdose

You should try and follow the exact Norvir dosage that the doctor has prescribed you. If you believe you have taken a larger dose, or fear you are suffering from Norvir overdose, contact your local poison control center as soon as possible, or immediately seek medical attention at the nearest hospital.

Norvir Missed Dose

You should try and never miss a dose of Norvir. Setting up an exact schedule and determining a precise time for the intakes helps prevent missing doses. If you happen to miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next dose. You should never double the dosage to make up for the missed one.

Norvir Side Effects

Some of the most common side effects associated with Norvir treatment are:

• weakness / tiredness
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain
• changes in taste
• tingling feelings or numbness in hands or feet or around the lips
• headache
• dizziness

There may also appear serious liver or pancreas problems, large increases in triglycerides and cholesterol, diabetes and high blood sugar, and also changes in body fat. The list of possible side effects is not complete, there may appear variations as well as other symptoms. Should you experience any unexpected or unpleasant effects, it is advised that you contact your doctor immediately to investigate the causes and take the appropriate course of action.

Norvir Drug Reactions

The following medicines are to be avoided when following Norvir treatment. Ignoring this may cause severe side effects or even death:

• Cordarone (amiodarone)
• Ergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine, dihydroergotamine (such as Cafergot, Migranal, D.H.E. 45)
• Halcion (triazolam)
• Hismanal (astemizole)
• Orap (pimozide)
• Propulsid (cisapride)
• Quinidine (Quinaglute), Cardioquin, Quinidex
• Rythmol (propafenone)
• Seldane (terfenadine)
• Tambocor (flecainide)
• Uroxatral (alfuzosin hydrochloride)
• Vascor (bepridil)
• Versed (midazolam)
• Vfend (voriconazole)
• St. John's wort
• cholesterol lowering medicines, such as Mevacor (lovastatin) or Zocor (simvasatin)

PDE5 inhibitors for erectile dysfunction (such as Viagra, Cialis or Levitra) and oral contraceptives may interact with Norvir. Ask your health care specialist to find out more about the side effects, as well as for suggestions about alternate methods to solve that specific problem.
As the list may continue, according to each specific case, it is recommended that you tell your doctor about all other drugs you are taking or planning to take before beginning Norvir treatment.

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