Positively Aware Norvir

Norvir

ritonavir RTV

Used only as a booster for other drugs; DHHS recommended as a component of initial regimen in certain clinical situations
Booster

Standard Dose

Used as a boosting agent (or PK enhancer) for other protease inhibitors (increases the levels of other PIs), at smaller doses of 100 to 200 mg, taken either once or twice a day with the PI and a meal.

Take missed dose as soon as possible (at the same time as the other PI prescribed) unless it’s closer to the time of your next dose. Do not double up on your next dose. Do not crush or chew tablets or capsules; always swallow whole.

Approved for children older than one month with dosing based on body surface area; the use in children depends on the co-administered PI. Capsule formulation requires refrigeration, but the tablet does not. Liquid formulation available (80 mg/mL) in peppermint caramel flavor, but is not very palatable. The liquid’s taste can be improved by mixing with chocolate milk, peanut butter, Ensure, or Advera within one hour of dosing. The liquid formulation should not be taken by individuals who are pregnant, as it contains 43% alcohol. Norvir oral powder available in 100 mg packets is free of alcohol and propylene glycol (both of which are found in the liquid formulation), and thus safer for pediatric use.
  • See package insert for more complete information on potential side effects and interactions.
  • Generic is available.

Manufacturer

AbbVie
norvir.com
(800) 633-9110

AWP

100 mg, 30 tablets: $308.60/month
generic: $277.74

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