Kaletra

What is Kaletra (Lopinavir/Ritonavir)?

Recognized as a mixture of ART medicines, specifically Lopinavir and Ritonavir, this medicine has been noted as one of those that brings medical relief from HIV. The combination of two major ART suppressants created Kaletra.

Kaletra is the brand name of Lopinavir / Ritonavir and is also available under Lopimune.

How does it work?

In line with the functions of protease inhibitors, Kaletra has proven quality performance in the process of HIV regimen. The mixture of Lopinavir and Ritonavir added to the potency of Kaletra in blocking the operation of HIV, providing enough medical aid to people with the infection. It makes combat towards healthy living possible for all. Kaletra is one of those ART medications that inhibit the virus from spreading. 

Dosage

Along with the right prescription, the dosage for this type of medicine includes the following: 

• Patients’ accurate weight and age
• Patients’ probable medical issues (aside from HIV)
• Patients’ taking other forms of drugs

Adolescents Dosage:

• Weighs 40 kgs – 400/100 mg
• Weighs 40 kgs – two 200/50 mg
• Consume twice a day

Children Dosage:

• Weighing 25 kgs – 300/75 mg or
• Weighing 25 kgs – three 100/25 mg
• Consume twice a day

Children Dosage (below 25 kgs):

• 200 or 50 mg or three 100/25 mg

How to take it?

Consume Kaletra as what is being stated on the prescription. Your healthcare professional will indicate the appropriate instructions and dosage that fit perfectly for you. Since the medicine is taken daily, make sure you have something that notifies you of the time you’ll be consuming it. Avoid skipping doses. It won’t help the treatment. For more inquiries about your treatment, you can consult your healthcare professional and ask directly.

Kaletra Side Effects

Alongside the efficiency of this medicine, it has analogous unwanted reactions. Classified by its depth to the body, you should learn how and when to call the doctor if anything gets worse. 

Mild Side Effects: 

• Mid headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Feeling Tired
• Diarrhea
  

Severe Side Effects: 

• Trouble breathing
• Loss of weight
• Muscle pain
• Unexplained weakness 
• Tiredness
• Muscle pain
• Irregular heartbeat
• Dark-coloured urine
• Light-coloured bowels
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Abdominal pain
• Vision changes
• Increased thirst 
  

Storage

In storing Kaletra, make sure to separate it from your daily food supply. Medicines shouldn’t be mixed with food, especially if all persons in the household visit the food storage. Ensure that the medicine is stored properly away from potential damages.