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Lopinavir,Ritonavir – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: KALETRA
Strength: 200 mg,50 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 2139.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Lopinavir,Ritonavir

Class: | Antiretroviral, Protease Inhibitor Use: | Treatment of HIV-1 infection in combination with other antiretroviral agents Adult dose: | 400 mg/100 mg (2 tablets) orally twice daily; alternatively, 800 mg/200 mg (4 tablets) once daily for patients with less than three lopinavir resistance-associated substitutions Pediatric dose: | For children aged 14 days to 18 years: Dose varies by weight and age; consult specific pediatric dosing guidelines Side effects: | Diarrhea, nausea, vomit

Drug Class

Antiretroviral, Protease Inhibitor

Uses & Indications

Treatment of HIV-1 infection in combination with other antiretroviral agents

Storage Requirements

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F); protect from moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: AbbVie Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, GERMANY

Package Size

120's Plastic Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 2139.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

400 mg/100 mg (2 tablets) orally twice daily; alternatively, 800 mg/200 mg (4 tablets) once daily for patients with less than three lopinavir resistance-associated substitutions

Pediatric Dose

For children aged 14 days to 18 years: Dose varies by weight and age; consult specific pediatric dosing guidelines

Side Effects

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, increased cholesterol and triglycerides, rash

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to lopinavir, ritonavir, or any component of the formulation; severe hepatic impairment; concurrent use with drugs highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which elevated plasma concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening events

Important Warnings

Risk of pancreatitis, hepatotoxicity, QT interval prolongation, and PR interval prolongation; monitor liver function tests and ECG in patients with underlying conditions; potential for drug interactions due to CYP3A inhibition

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Lopinavir,Ritonavir available in UAE pharmacies:

ALLTERA 200 mg,50 mg Tablets KALETRA 133.3 mg,33.3 mg Capsules KALETRA 200 mg,50 mg Tablets KALETRA 80 mg/ml,20 mg/ml Oral Solution LOPINAVIR AND RITONAVIR 80 mg/ml,20 mg/ml Oral Solution LOPINAVIR, RITONAVIR 200 mg,50 mg Tablets LOPINAVIR, RITONAVIR 200 mg,50 mg Tablets LOPINAVIR, RITONAVIR 80 mg/ml,20 mg/ml Oral Solution

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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