Emletra Tablet (Lopinavir/Ritonavir)

Emletra Tablet is an antiretroviral drug belonging to the protease inhibitors category, containing the active ingredient Lopinavir, Ritonavir. It is used in the treatment of HIV-1 infection. It is a Human immunodeficiency virus that mainly occurs when a person's immune system is attacked and weakened by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This infection progressively weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to opportunistic infections

During the early stages of HIV-1 treatment, some patients may experience an inflammatory response to opportunistic infections. This condition is called immune reconstitution syndrome. It can occur after starting the drug or other antiretroviral therapies. Knowing this possibility and monitoring for any signs of worsening infections or inflammatory symptoms is necessary. Inform your healthcare provider if the symptoms concern you or persist longer than usual. It is advised to avoid using the drug if you are mainly allergic to it or its ingredients. Tell your doctor about all the medications you have been taking recently, including herbal and supplements, before taking this drug

Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 infection (HIV-1)

Emletra Tablet work together to inhibit the protease enzyme, which is necessary for the replication of HIV. By blocking this enzyme, this drug prevents the virus from multiplying and spreading in the body. It mainly helps reduce the viral load and slow the progression of HIV infection

Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, efavirenz, nevirapine, and nelfinavir may interact with Emletra Tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects

• Store Emletra Tablet at room temperature below ( 30°C).
• Keep the tablet out of reach of children and pets.

It is an orally available prescription drug. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the drug based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take Emletra Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet with or without food. Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water.