Kaletra Medication Information

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Kaletra is commonly prescribed along with other HIV medications for the treatment of HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV article describes how Kaletra works, explains when and how to take the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment.

Potential side effects of Kaletra include vomiting, weakness, and gas. This eMedTV resource lists the most commonly reported Kaletra side effects and also explains which potentially serious side effects may require immediate medical attention.

Kaletra is primarily used for treating HIV and AIDS in both adults and children. This page from the eMedTV Web site further explains what the drug is used for, explains how it works, and discusses possible off-label Kaletra uses.

If you have previously tried HIV drugs, the recommended Kaletra dosage is 400 mg/100 mg twice daily. This eMedTV segment also offers Kaletra dosing guidelines for people who have never taken HIV drugs before and explains when and how to take Kaletra.

A number of medicines may cause Kaletra drug interactions, including pimozide, tenofovir, and statins. This eMedTV resource lists other drugs that may interact with Kaletra and describes the potentially negative effects of these interactions.

Kaletra can increase triglyceride and cholesterol levels. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects to look out for while taking Kaletra. Warnings and precautions on who should not take the HIV medication are also included in this article.

An overdose of liquid Kaletra may cause symptoms of alcohol poisoning (since the drug contains alcohol). This eMedTV article further describes the effects of a Kaletra overdose and lists the treatment options that are available.

According to animal studies, Kaletra may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This article on the eMedTV Web site discusses Kaletra and pregnancy in more detail and explains what problems occurred when the drug was given to pregnant rats.

Women are generally advised to avoid breastfeeding while taking Kaletra. This segment from the eMedTV archives provides a more in-depth look at Kaletra and breastfeeding, including information on why it is unsafe for women with HIV to breastfeed.

December 2015 is most likely the earliest possible date that generic Kaletra could be available. This eMedTV article explains the potential dangers of buying so-called generic Kaletra products before an approved version is actually available.