Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Brand Name | Ritomax 100mg Capsule |
Salt Composition |
Ritonavir (100mg) |
Strength | 100mg |
Product Form | Capsule |
Pack | 60 Capsule(s) in 1 Bottle |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
HIV |
SubCategory |
HIV |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
Alkem Laboratories Limited |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013. |
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- if you are allergic to Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule - toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) or Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- if you have severe liver disease - like hepatitis B or C,
- if you have a blood disorder – like haemophilia
- if you are diabetic
- if you have kidney disease
- Pancreatitis – discontinue treatment
- Redistribution of body fat
- Allergic Reactions or Hypersensitivity: Anaphylaxis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, bronchospasm and angioedema. Discontinue treatment of severe reactions develop.
- Total cholesterol and triglycerides elevations: Monitor throughout treatment
- New onset or of diabetes mellitus, hyperglycemia
- Hemophilia: Spontaneous bleeding
- Immune Reconstitution Syndrome
- Liver disorders – used with caution in severe liver diseases. Consult a physician before use
- Kidney disorders – used with caution in severe kidney diseases. Consult a physician before use
- Cardiac disorders – used with caution in heart failure and MI. Consult a physician before use
- Respiratory disorders – used with caution in respiratory distress. Consult a physician before use
- Blood disorders – used with caution in anemia and hemophilia. Consult a physician before use
Medical Description of Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Ritomax capsule contains Ritonavir 100mg. Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is a protease inhibitor that interferes with the reproductive cycle of HIV thus used to control HIV infection. Ritomax capsule is a potent CYP3A inhibitor that increases plasma medicine concentrations of other protease inhibitors thus mostly used in combination with other antivirals to control and treat HIV-1 infection. Ritomax capsule is used as a booster in the treatment of HCV infections. Ritomax capsule is recommended booster for first-line therapy for HCV Genotype 1a/b and 4 treatment-naïve patients with or without cirrhosis. Ritomax capsule is used by children above 2 years of age.
Ritomax 100mg Capsule Uses
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is used by children above 2 years of age. It is a protease inhibitor that interferes with the multiplication of HIV particles. Ritomax capsule is also a potent CYP3A inhibitor thus it is used in combination with other antivirals to control and treat HIV-1 infection. Ritomax capsule is used as a booster in the case of the HCV treatment regime.
Ritomax 100mg Capsule Benefits
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is used with other anti-HIV medicines to help control HIV infection. Ritomax capsule decreases the viral load of HIV by interfering with the reproduction cycle of HIV. Ritomax capsule is used as a booster in the case of the HCV treatment regime. It is used in patients above 2 years of age.
Ritomax 100mg Capsule Indication
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is a protease inhibitor used in combination with other antiviral drugs to treat HIV-1 infection. Ritomax capsule is also used as a booster in the HCV treatment regime.
Mechanism of action of Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is a protease inhibitor that inhibits proteolytic cleavage of Gag-Pol polyprotein precursors of HIV-1 protease. This results in the formation of immature or non-infectious virions. Thus, in combination it typically boosts the levels of other protease inhibitors.
How Ritomax 100mg Capsule works
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule acts on the proteolytic cleavage site on Gag-Pol polyprotein precursors of HIV-1 protease as an inhibitor thus interrupts the process of formation of new viable virions and forms immature or non-infectious virions.
Ritomax 100mg Capsule Contraindication
Ritomax 100mg Capsule Side Effects
Common side effects that occur 1:10 patients: abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, flushing, headache, dizziness, cough, indigestion, tingling sensation or numbness in the hands, feet or around the lips and mouth, bad taste in the mouth, itching, rash, joint pain and back pain, anxiety, fever, seizure, weight loss,
Uncommon side effects that occur 1:100 patients: heart attack, diabetes, kidney failure
Rare side effects that occur 1:1000 patients: severe or life-threatening skin reaction including blisters like Stevens Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylaxis.
FAQs for Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Is Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule safe during pregnancy?
Yes, taking Ritomax capsule during pregnancy is safe. But the oral suspension has alcohol in them thus should be avoided during pregnancy. For queries contact your physician
Can Ritomax capsule be taken while breastfeeding?
There is no specific study to detail this. But in general HIV virions can pass via breastfeeding thus it is suspected that antivirals can also pass via breastfeeding. For queries contact your physician
What is the most common side effect of Ritomax capsule?
Diarrhea is the most common side effect caused by Ritomax capsule and this can be treated by taking plenty of fluids.
Can I take painkillers with Ritomax capsule?
The safest pain killer to be taken with Ritomax capsule is paracetamol but prolonged usage should be taken only when advised by the physician.
Can I take health supplements with Ritomax capsule?
Yes, most health supplements that contain calcium or iron can be taken. For precautious use kindly talk to your physician.
Precautions and general warning of Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Alcohol
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule generally causes blurry vision, fainting, and movement disorders thus it is advised not to be taken with alcohol. For further queries, consult your physician.
Driving or operating machinery
It is preferred to drive or operate heavy machinery with caution as Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule causes fainting spells and movement disorders. For further queries, consult your physician.
Pregnancy
The use of Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is tolerated during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
The use of Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule during breastfeeding is not recommended as evidence shows less amount of the medication passes via breastfeeding to the baby that may cause an adverse effect in newborn.
Kidney Problem
Renal calculus and renal filtration impairment – monitor function. For further queries, consult your physician.
Liver Disease
In patients with hepatitis B or C or marked transaminase elevation caution is recommended as Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule may cause hepatotoxicity and lead to death. Thus, monitor liver function before and during therapy.
How to Take Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule should be taken with food. They must be swallowed whole and not chewed, broken or crushed. The dosage depends on the type of antiviral inhibitors used in combination to treat HIV – 1 infection.
Use of Ritomax 100mg Capsule in Adult
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding inform your physician as they are not advisable.
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is used as a booster with another protease inhibitor with a dosage of 100-400 mg taken orally once a day and increased to twice a day dosage
Ritomax capsule must be taken with other antivirals as prescribed by the physician without fail. These drugs must be taken with food and the medicine must be swallowed.
Use of Ritomax 100mg Capsule in children
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is used in children above age 2. It is to be used only with combinations for effectiveness. The dosage is started from 250mg/m2 taken orally twice a day and increased to 350mg taken orally twice a day
Ritomax capsule must be taken with other antivirals as prescribed by the physician without fail. These drugs must be taken with food and the medicine must be swallowed.
Use of Ritomax 100mg Capsule in Elderly Patients
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule has only been used in few patients 65 years or older. Dosage and usage are similar to adults. Discuss with your physician before usage.
Other general warnings
Talk to your doctor if
If you have any allergy
If you have a liver problem
If you have hypertension or any heart problem
If you have any bleeding problem
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
General instructions
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule is taken with other antivirals orally as prescribed dosage at specific time regularly with food. If Ritomax capsule is taken separately or without food, the efficiency of the medicine is reduced significantly, thus it is ill-advised.
Drug Interaction of Ritomax 100mg Capsule
Drug-Drug Interaction
if you are taking any other medication that are highly dependent on CYP3A like alfuzosin, ranolazine, amiodarone, quinidine, voriconazole, colchicine, lurasidone, ergot derivatives, cisapride, lovastatin, sildenafil, midazolam
Drug-Food Interaction
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule can be safely taken with any type of food, if doubts arise kindly refer to your physician. Ritomax generally causes blurry vision, fainting, and movement disorders thus it is advised not to be taken with alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interaction
Over Dose
Overdosing may cause breathing difficulty and numbness of extremities. The dosage considered at overdose is 1500mg twice daily. It causes kidney failure. Contact your doctor immediately.
Missed Dose
If you take Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule once a day you can take the missed dosage if you notice within 12 hours. If you take Ritomax capsule twice a day you can take the missed dosage if you notice within 6 hours. If it is more than 6 hours, then skip the dosage and take the next doses as usual. Don’t take a double dose for a forgotten dose.
Storage and Disposal
Keep the medication out of children’s reach
Keep the medication away from pets
Once expired dispose immediately
Store at 25?C
Fast Tag
Ritomax (Ritonavir (100mg)) capsule contains Ritonavir 100mg.
Ritomax capsule is a protease inhibitor.
Ritomax capsule is used to control and treat HIV infection with other antiretroviral medications.
Do not use this medication while pregnant and lactation period.
Don’t use this medication with liver disease, heart disease, and bleeding disorder.
This medication doesn’t stop the spread of HIV infection from person to person thus use caution and precaution while sexual contact, needle injury etc.