When was Kaletra FDA approved?
Approval Date: 9/15/2000.
When was ritonavir approved by the FDA?
6/29/1999
Approval Date: 6/29/1999.
Is ritonavir FDA approved?
AIDS: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved two new protease inhibitors for treatment of AIDS. Ritonavir (Norvir) and indinavir (Crixivan) have been approved for both monotherapy and combination therapy, and appear to have relatively few side effects. Reports on clinical trials of both drugs are reported.
How do you store Kaletra?
Store Kaletra oral solution in a refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C). The refrigerated oral solution can be used until the expiration date printed on the label. Kaletra oral solution that is stored at room temperature (less than 77°F or 25°C) should be used within 2 months.
What are the side effects of Kaletra?
Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, gas, headache, and trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Who invented ritonavir?
Dr Dale Kempf has nearly 35 years of pharmaceutical R&D experience, mostly in antiviral and infectious diseases research. He is a co-inventor of Norvir™ (ritonavir) and Kaletra™ (lopinavir/ritonavir), HIV protease inhibitors that are widely used for the therapy of HIV infection.
What drug class is ritonavir?
Lopinavir and ritonavir are in a class of medications called protease inhibitors. They work by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood. When lopinavir and ritonavir are taken together, ritonavir also helps to increase the amount of lopinavir in the body so that the medication will have a greater effect.
What is the cost of Kaletra?
The cost for Kaletra oral tablet (200 mg-50 mg) is around $48 for a supply of 12 tablets, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
What are the side effects to hydroxychloroquine?
Hydroxychloroquine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- headache.
- dizziness.
- loss of appetite.
- nausea.
- diarrhea.
- stomach pain.
- vomiting.
- rash.
What are the side effects of lopinavir?
Diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, drowsiness, dizziness, a bad taste in the mouth, and trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
What is the generic name for Norvir?
Norvir (ritonavir) is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. Norvir is used together with other antiviral medicines to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
How much does Norvir cost?
The cost for Norvir oral powder for reconstitution 100 mg is around $278 for a supply of 30 powder for reconstitution, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans. A generic version of Norvir is available, see ritonavir prices.
