Brand name: Norvir TM
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Active ingredients: ritonavir
What it is used for
Norvir (ritonavir) is indicated for use in combination with appropriate antiretriviral agents or as monotherapy if combination therapy is inappropriate, for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and children aged 12 years and older. For persons with advanced HIV disease, the indication for ritonavir is based on the results for one study that showed a reduction in both mortality and AIDS defining clinical events for patients who received ritonavir. Median duration of follow-up in this study was 6 months. The clinical benefit from ritonavir for longer periods of treatment is unknown. For persons with less advanced disease, the indication is based on changes in surrogate markers in controlled trials of up to 16 weeks in duration ( see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
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- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
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Visual appearance
White to off-white film coated ovaloid tablets debossed with NK on one side.
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Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient ritonavir
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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Reporting side effects
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