Atazanavir Ritonavir (Atazanavir + Ritonavir) Tablet

Atazanavir Ritonavir 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).

Atazanavir Ritonavir 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. 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.

Common side effects of this medicine are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, taste change, skin rash, tingling and numbness of feet and hand, etc. These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor. This medicine can also make you feel dizzy or sleepy, so it is advised to avoid driving. Drinking plenty of fluid can help you to cope up with this side effect, so stay hydrated.

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. 

Uses Of Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet 

• Treatment of HIV infection 

Benefits Of Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet 

In Treatment Of Hiv Infection 

Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet controls HIV infection by preventing the virus from multiplying in the body. It also helps your immnune system to work better and may decrease your chance of developing HIV-related illnesses such as AIDS. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Taking Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet along with practicing safer sex and making other lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the HIV virus to other people. 

Side Effects Of Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet 

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. 

Common Side Effects Of Atazanavir Ritonavir 

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Taste change
• Increased blood lipid level
• Increased liver enzymes
• Skin rash
• Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand) 

How To Use Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet 

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet is to be taken with food. 

How Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet Works 

Atazanavir Ritonavir Tablet is a combination of two anti-HIV medicines: Atazanavir and Ritonavir. They work by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.