Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet

Navigating your medication can sometimes be challenging. This page addresses common questions and provides detailed information about Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet, including its uses, how to take it correctly, what side effects might occur, and important advice on managing your treatment effectively. We aim to make understanding Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet as clear and straightforward as possible for you.

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MRP: ₹ 2716.52
Packing: 60.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Ritonavir (50mg) + Lopinavir (200mg)
Brand: Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses: HIV infection

Description

Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines
It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection
It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome)
Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual
The medicine should be taken with food for better efficacy
Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness
A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery
It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it
Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and increased blood fat levels (hypertriglyceridemia and hypercholesterolemia)
These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor
Drinking plenty of fluid can help you to cope up with these side effects, so stay hydrated
In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition
Your doctor may suggest regular laboratory tests to check your blood counts, kidney and liver functions, and other health conditions
If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes
Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses

Uses of Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet

In HIV infection Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body
It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better
This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk
It is important that you Take Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor
Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines
However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Ritoford 50mg/200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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