Mfd. by :- Aprazer healthcare (Fulfilled By : Magicine Pharma)
Magicine Pharma is registered with the Government Of NCT, India, Ministry Of Health in Government of Delhi, India, registration number DL-RAJ-122372 and as a wholesale distributor, department file No. 44208.
Brand name: Lopikast
Generic name: Lopinavir and Ritonavir
Strength: 200 mg/50 mg
Manufacturer: Aprazer Healthcare
Dosage form: Tablets
Indication: HIV and AIDS
Storage: Store at room temperature.
Lopikast is an anti-HIV drug that is used in the treatment of patients with Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection. This medication is also prescribed to relieve the symptoms and severity of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). It comprises two antiretroviral formulations namely Lopinavir and Ritonavir. The regimen is available in the form of tablets for oral administration with a fixed strength of 200 mg/50 mg. Lopikast works by interfering with the protease and stops the production of new viruses in the body.
Lopinavir (Lopikast): The HIV life cycle is divided into three stages: assembly, which involves the production and packaging of essential viral components; budding, which occurs when the viral particle crosses the plasma membrane of the host cell and forms a lipid envelope; and maturation, which occurs when the viral particle changes its structure and becomes infectious. This compound hinders the cycle.
Ritonavir (Lopikast): Ritonavir is a protease inhibitor having efficacy against Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) (HIV-1). Protease inhibitors block the portion of HIV termed protease. HIV-1 protease is a proteolytic enzyme that converts viral polyprotein precursors into individual functional proteins seen in infectious HIV-1.
Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets are known to interact with the following. Make sure to read and discuss the possibility with your doctor.
Azithromycin
Glycerol
Phenytoin Sodium
Valproate Sodium
Hemophilia
Hyperlipidemia
Heart block
Hepatotoxicity
Hyperglycemia
Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) can interact with alcohol and related drinks. This may cause severe effects. However, limited studies are available to justify this.
Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) should not be administered in the following cases.
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Erythema multiforme
Urticaria
Angioedema
The following are some substitutes for Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets.
Lopimune
Alltera
Ritocom
Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets can cause certain side effects after administration. It is, thus, important to know and discuss the same with the doctor prior to the therapy.
Unusual sweating
Skin rash
Itching
Peripheral neuropathy
Stomach ache
Diarrhea
Headache
Taste change
Blurred vision
Confusion
Weight loss
Nausea
Fever
Chills
Sweating
Mood changes
Dizziness
Indigestion
Constipation
Redness of skin
Note: Contact your health practitioner immediately if the adverse events occur and worsen with time.
Take Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets orally with a glass of water at the same time every day. Do not change the dose strength of the regimen unless your health practitioner prescribes it.
Consult your health practitioner if you miss a dose of Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets. Do not initiate any change in the schedule or strength on your own.
Seek emergency medical attention from a health practitioner if you experience any symptoms of overdose after administration.
Pregnancy
The health practitioner may not prescribe Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets during pregnancy due to their influence on the health of the unborn baby.
Breastfeeding
If your health practitioner prescribes Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets, make sure to avoid breastfeeding.
Contraception
During your treatment with Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir), make sure to use effective contraceptives to hinder pregnancy or transmission of the virus.
Dose
Do not change the frequency or strength of your prescribed dose of Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) unless your health practitioner prescribes it.
Alcohol
Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) can interact with alcohol and related drinks. This may cause severe effects. However, limited studies are available to justify this.
Driving
Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets can cause dizziness or blurred vision after administration. Don’t drive if you do not feel well.
Q1- What is Lopikast?
Ans- Lopikast is an anti-HIV drug that is used in the treatment of patients with Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection. This medication is also prescribed to relieve the symptoms and severity of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
Q2- What are the side effects of Lopikast?
Ans- The common side effects of Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets are blurred vision, fever, chills, sweating, skin rash, itching, peripheral neuropathy, etc.
Q3- What happens if I miss a dose of Lopikast?
Ans- Consult your health practitioner if you miss a dose of Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets. Do not initiate any change in the schedule or strength on your own.
Q4- What happens if I overdose on Lopikast?
Ans- Seek emergency medical attention from a health practitioner if you experience any symptoms of overdose after administration.
Q5- Is Lopikast safe for use in pregnant women?
Ans- The health practitioner may not prescribe Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets during pregnancy due to their influence on the health of the unborn baby.
Q6- Is Lopikast safe for use in nursing women?
Ans- If your health practitioner prescribes Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets, make sure to avoid breastfeeding.
Q7- What is the available strength of Lopikast?
Ans- Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets are available with a strength of 200 mg/50 mg.
Q8- How is Lopikast administered?
Ans- Take Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets orally with a glass of water at the same time every day.
Q9- Can I drive after taking Lopikast?
Ans- Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) tablets can cause dizziness or blurred vision after administration. Don’t drive if you do not feel well.
Q10- Is alcohol consumption safe during Lopikast therapy?
Ans- Lopikast (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) can interact with alcohol and related drinks. This may cause severe effects. However, limited studies are available to justify this.
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