Drug Name:Ritonavir
Drug Class:Protease Inhibitor
Mechanism of Action:Inhibits the activity of the HIV-1 protease enzyme, preventing viral replication
Use:
  • Treatment of HIV infection
  • Boosting the effectiveness of other protease inhibitors
Side Effects:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Elevated liver enzymes
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to ritonavir
  • Concomitant use with certain medications that have potential drug interactions
Specialty:
  • Infectious Disease
  • HIV Medicine