Ritomune 100mg Tablet

Introduction to Ritomune 100mg Tablet

Ritomune 100mg Tablet is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Ritomune 100mg Tablet should be taken with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.

Some people may experience taste changes, headache, nausea, and diarrhea as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can increase sugar levels in the blood.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may monitor your liver function while taking this medication.

Uses of Ritomune 100 mg

• Treatment of HIV infection

How Does Ritomune 100 Works?

Ritomune 100mg Tablet is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.

Side Effects of Ritomune 100

• The feeling of warmth or heat
• Redness of the skin
• Headache
• Sweating
• Weight loss
• Confusion
• Acid or sour stomach
• Change in sense of taste
• Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
• Mood or mental changes
• Tender, swollen glands in the neck
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
• Dizziness
• Cough
• Abdominal pain
• Throat pain
• Peripheral neuropathy

Common Side Effects 

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Changes in taste
• Skin rash or itching

Serious Side Effects

• Severe allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat)
• Liver problems (symptoms may include yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, abdominal pain)
• Pancreatitis (severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting)
• Changes in heart rhythm (irregular heartbeat)
• Severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis)
• Severe fatigue or weakness
• Unexplained muscle pain or tenderness
• Unusual bleeding or bruising

Rare Side Effects

• Unexplained muscle weakness or pain
• Severe allergic reactions
• Blood disorders, such as anemia or thrombocytopenia
• Metabolic abnormalities
• Changes in mood or mental health
• Kidney or urinary problems
• Vision changes or eye problems

Dosage of Ritomune 100 mg

Ritomune 100 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Ritonavir, which is used in the treatment of HIV infection. This medicine is available in different substitutes & strengths & has got to be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for adjustment of dosage & time of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be best judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Ritomune 100 mg Tablet at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Ritomune 100 mg Tablet regularly on time for better results.

How to Manage Side Effects?

• Consult a Healthcare Professional
• Follow Prescribed Dosage
• Take with Food
• Stay Hydrated
• Report Allergic Reactions
• Be Cautious with Activities
• Monitor Blood Tests
• Inform Your Doctor About Other Medications
• Stick to the Treatment Plan

Safety Advice

• Prescription Only: Obtain a valid prescription from a qualified healthcare provider before using Ritomune 100.
• Medical Supervision: Take Ritomune 100 only under the supervision and guidance of a qualified healthcare professional experienced in managing HIV treatment.
• Dosage Compliance: Follow the prescribed dosage and do not alter the dose without consulting your doctor.
• Allergy Check: Ensure you are not allergic to ritonavir or any of the ingredients in Ritomune 100 before taking it.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Ritomune 100mg Tablet used for?

Ans. It is used along with other medication for treating human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. It does not completely cure HIV or AIDS

2. Why is ritonavir used along with lopinavir?

Ans. Ritonavir is available with lopinavir as a fixed dose combination as it improves the availability of lopinavir which helps in increasing activity against HIV

3. Is ritonavir a protease inhibitor?

Ans. Ritonavir, a protease inhibitor

4. How does Ritomune 100mg Tablet work and what does it inhibit?

Ans. Ritomune 100mg Tablet belongs to a class of medication called protease inhibitors. It inhibits protease enzymes from breaking down proteins and thus prevents HIV from multiplying inside the body. It does not cure HIV completely but reduces the chances of getting acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and HIV related infections or cancer