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Kaletra (Lopinavir + Norvir)

By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com

Updated: April 19, 2009

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Kaletra Tablets

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Classification:

Protease Inhibitor (PI)

Form:

  • Tablets containing 200mg of Lopinavir and 50mg of Norvir.
Note: Norvir acts as a PI booster.

Dosage:

  • Two tablets twice each day.
  • To improve adherence, Kaletra can be taken as 4 tablets once daily.

Instructions:

  • Kaletra should be taken with food.
  • The tablets do not need to be refrigerated and can be taken with or without food.

Side Effects to Report toYour Physician:

Special Warning
Kaletra can alter the heart rhythm in some people. Notify your HIV specialist if you have a history of heart problems or cardiac disease.

Drug Interactions or Incompatibility:

  • Viagra doses need to be lowered when taking any PI.
  • Do not take St. John's Wort when taking a PI.
  • The individual drug Norvir should not be taken in combination with Kaletra.
  • Should not be used while taking Trazadone
  • Norvir containing meds should not be taken with the medications fluticasone (Flonase) or Advair

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