Kaletra Drug Information
Kaletra (brand names include: lopinavir/ritonavir) is a combination of two anti-HIV drugs - lopinavir and ritonavir. Lopimune can be used for the treatment of adults, adolescents and children above the age of 2 years. Kaletra is used to treat HIV, which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Kaletra is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.
Kaletra for coronavirus treatment
Lopinavir/ritonavir in combination with ribavirin showed reduced fatality rate and milder disease course during an open clinical trial in patients in the 2003 SARS outbreak. Cipla is also reportedly planning to repurpose HIV drug Kaletra(LOPIMUNE), which is a combination of protease inhibitors Lopinavir and Ritonavir, for the treatment of coronavirus. A licensed generic of Kaletra, LOPIMUNE is currently available in packs of 60 tablets each, containing 200mg of Lopinavir and 50mg of Ritonavir.
Kaletra Directions and Recommendations
Take Kaletra exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label, especially when giving the medicine to a child. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. If a child is taking this medication, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Doses are based on weight in children. Do not crush, chew, or break a tablet. Swallow the tablet whole. Kaletra tablets can be taken with or without food. Kaletra liquid should be taken with food. Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one. While using this medicine, you may need frequent blood tests at your doctor's office.
HIV/AIDS is usually treated with a combination of drugs. Use all medications as directed by your doctor. Read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each medication. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without your doctor's advice. Every person with HIV or AIDS should remain under the care of a doctor. Store the liquid medicine in the refrigerator or at room temperature. If you store the liquid at room temperature you must use it within 60 days. Store the tablets at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Keep the pills in their original container with the cap tightly closed.
Kaletra Precautions
If you take Kaletra liquid and you also take didanosine (Videx), take the didanosine at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after you take the liquid medicine. Kaletra liquid contains alcohol. Avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine. Taking this medication will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people. Do not have unprotected sex or share razors or toothbrushes. Talk with your doctor about safe ways to prevent HIV transmission during sex. Sharing drug or medicine needles is never safe, even for a healthy person.
Kaletra Ingredients
Active ingredient: lopinavir, ritonavir