Norvir

Hepatitis C, Chronic, Hepatitis C, Chronic, Obesity + 3 more

Treatment

1 FDA approval

20 Active Studies for Norvir

What is Norvir

Ritonavir

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Ritonavir is an antiviral medicine used to treat HIV, and is often used in combination with other medications. It is also used to boost the effects of other protease inhibitors. Ritonavir is available in liquid form and as capsules. It is usually combined with other medications to treat hepatitis C virus (HCV), and is found in fixed-dose combination products such as Viekira Pak and Technivie. In Canada, it is also available in Holkira Pak. Ritonavir can cause HIV-1 protease inhibitor resistance if used with HCV/HIV-1 co-infected patients

Kaletra

is the brand name

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Norvir Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Kaletra

Ritonavir

2000

50

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Ritonavir, also called Kaletra, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses which include HIV .

HIV

Used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection in combination with null

Effectiveness

How Norvir Affects Patients

Ritonavir is a drug used to treat HIV-1 by blocking a specific enzyme (protease) that the virus needs to survive. By doing this, it prevents the virus from being able to form infectious particles. It is usually taken in combination with other anti-HIV drugs, and a low dose of ritonavir is often added to increase the effectiveness of the other drugs.

How Norvir works in the body

Ritonavic works by blocking the cleavage of two important proteins in the HIV virus, *gag* and *pol*. This prevents the virus from maturing and forming infectious particles. Ritonavir also works by preventing the cytochrome P450 enzyme from breaking down other protease inhibitors, as well as blocking cellular transport of these inhibitors.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Norvir is contingent upon the identified illness, such as weight 40 kg or more, HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and Mild to Moderate COVID-19. The dosage amount fluctuates as per the administration strategy (e.g. Oral or Tablet, film coated - Oral) presented in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

COVID-19

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 80.0 mg/mL, 33.3 mg, 33.33 mg, 100.0 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Powder, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral

Hepatitis C, Chronic

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 80.0 mg/mL, 33.3 mg, 33.33 mg, 100.0 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Powder, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral

Hepatitis C, Chronic

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 80.0 mg/mL, 33.3 mg, 33.33 mg, 100.0 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Powder, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral

HIV

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 80.0 mg/mL, 33.3 mg, 33.33 mg, 100.0 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Powder, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral

Obesity

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 80.0 mg/mL, 33.3 mg, 33.33 mg, 100.0 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Powder, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral

SARS-CoV-2 Positive Patients

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 80.0 mg/mL, 33.3 mg, 33.33 mg, 100.0 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Powder, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral

Warnings

Norvir Contraindications

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There are 20 known major drug interactions with Norvir.

Common Norvir Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Alectinib

Major

The metabolism of Alectinib can be decreased when combined with Ritonavir.

Alfuzosin

Major

The serum concentration of Alfuzosin can be increased when it is combined with Ritonavir.

Amiodarone

Major

The metabolism of Amiodarone can be decreased when combined with Ritonavir.

Amodiaquine

Major

The metabolism of Amodiaquine can be decreased when combined with Ritonavir.

Anagrelide

Major

The metabolism of Anagrelide can be increased when combined with Ritonavir.

Norvir Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Ritonavir overdose is not common, but one patient reported tingling sensations after taking too much of the drug. Additionally, one case of kidney failure has been reported. Doses of ritonavir that are more than twenty times the normal amount for humans are thought to be fatal for rats, and ten times the normal amount for humans is thought to be fatal for mice. Taking too much ritonavir may also lead to liver damage, pancreatitis, and allergic reactions.

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Norvir Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Norvir?

43 active studies are currently being conducted to assess the utility of Norvir in treating Chronic hepatitis C genotype 1a, weight 40 kg or more and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

COVID-19

0 Actively Recruiting

Obesity

0 Actively Recruiting

HIV

39 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4

Hepatitis C, Chronic

0 Actively Recruiting

Hepatitis C, Chronic

0 Actively Recruiting

SARS-CoV-2 Positive Patients

0 Actively Recruiting

Norvir Reviews: What are patients saying about Norvir?

5

Patient Review

5/15/2009

Norvir for HIV

I highly recommend this medication. I missed a few days (3) due to a pharmacy error and felt awful as a result - tired, sick, and lethargic. So please don't skip any doses!

5

Patient Review

11/3/2007

Norvir for HIV

5

Patient Review

6/17/2008

Norvir for HIV

I started sweating within an hour of taking the medication, and I also experienced some withdrawal symptoms.

5

Patient Review

5/17/2014

Norvir for HIV

I'm wondering if Norviera has affected my heart and cholesterol levels. I've never had issues with cholesterol before, but now I do.
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Patient Q&A Section about norvir

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What drug class is Norvir?

"Protease inhibitors interfere with an HIV enzyme called protease which is needed for the HIV virus to multiply.

Protease inhibitors are a class of drugs that prevent the HIV virus from multiplying. This class of drugs includes indinavir (Crixivan), nelfinavir (Viracept), emtricitabine (Emtriva) and saquinavir (Invirase, Fortovase). When a person is infected with HIV, the virus multiplies within the body's cells. Protease inhibitors work by interfering with an HIV enzyme called protease, which is necessary for the virus to multiply."

Answered by AI

What is the brand Name for Norvir?

"Ritonavir is a prescription medication approved by the FDA for the treatment of HIV infection in adults and children. It is always used in combination with other HIV medications."

Answered by AI

What are the side effects of Norvir?

"If you experience any of the following effects for an extended period of time, you should speak with a doctor: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, dizziness, tiredness, weakness, changes in taste, or tingling/numbness of the mouth area."

Answered by AI

What is Norvir used for?

"The oral powder form of NORVIR is a prescription medicine used in conjunction with other antiviral medications to treat children with HIV-1 infection. HIV-1 is the virus that causes AIDS."

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Clinical Trials for Norvir

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EBQI Strategies for Women's Health

Any Age
All Sexes
West Los Angeles, CA

Women Veterans are the fastest growing segment of VA users, with most users in midlife. This dramatic growth has created challenges for VA to ensure that appropriate services are available to meet women Veterans' needs, and that they will want and be able to use those services. Furthermore, few VA improvement efforts have focused on women Veterans' health and health care in midlife. The EMPOWER QUERI 3.0 Program is a cluster randomized type 3 hybrid implementation-effectiveness trial testing two strategies designed to support implementation and sustainment of evidence-based practices for women Veterans in at least 18 VA facilities from 4 regions.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, West Los Angeles, CA

Alison B Hamilton, PhD MPH

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Chia Seeds for Breastfeeding

18 - 45
All Sexes
Boston, MA

The investigators' over-arching hypothesis is that mechanical and compositional properties of chia seeds supplemented during lactation diminish obesity-induced intestinal inflammation and barrier dysfunction. The investigators hypothesize these changes will result in: 1) reduced maternal systemic inflammation (serum CRP and IL-6) and increased gut microbial diversity and richness, 2) reduced HM fat and inflammatory markers, metrics the research team have demonstrated differ in tandem with maternal metabolic health and 3) improved infant growth/body composition. To test these hypotheses, investigators will evaluate chia seed supplementation during lactation in a 6wk multi-site pilot RCT (Aim 1) and through translational studies using human enteroids (Aim 2).

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Brigham and Womens Hospital (+1 Sites)

David A Fields, Phd

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Pistachio Snacking for Obesity

25 - 45
All Sexes
Columbia, SC

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of pistachio snacking on metabolic flexibility (at rest, during exercise, and in post-exercise recovery) in healthy overweight and obese adults. Secondary goals include evaluating effects on changes in diet quality, sleep characteristics, physical activity, and hormonal health in women. In randomized order, participants will complete four days of pistachio snacking and four days of normal dietary habits (control). For both conditions, primary outcomes of resting substrate metabolism, metabolic flexibility during exercise, and post-exercise substrate metabolism will be measured pre-post intervention via indirect calorimetry. Secondary outcome of diet quality (kcal, carb, fat, protein) will be measured pre-post intervention via diet log. Exploratory outcomes of daily physical activity (steps, intensity), nightly sleep characteristics (quantity, quality, latency, efficiency), and daytime sleepiness and hunger.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Public Health Research Center: Clinical Exercise Research Center

Katie R Hirsch, PhD

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CLB101 for Gut Health in Obesity

18 - 65
All Sexes
Los Angeles, CA

Anaerostipes caccae CLB101TM️ is a next-generation probiotic isolated from healthy humans. It was shown to be in decreased abundance in people with protein-based food sensitivities/allergies. CLB101TM️ is different from most commercially available probiotics in that it directly produces butyrate. Butyrate is a naturally occurring small molecule found in the gut of healthy individuals, and it has been shown to provide clinical benefits including strengthening the gut lining, providing immune health, and supporting a balanced microbiome. The rationale for developing CLB101TM️ is to provide a probiotic that generates butyrate in the targeted intestinal locations where it can optimally benefit cells that line the gut.

Waitlist Available
Paid Trial

People Science

Naoh Craft, MD

ClostraBio Inc.

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Food is Medicine for High Blood Pressure and Obesity

Any Age
All Sexes
Chicago, IL

The goal of this clinical trial is to treat both hypertension and obesity in adults using a food is medicine framework. Participants will be randomized 1:1 to FIM+DASH or usual-care control. The 24-week trial includes a 12-week FIM+DASH intervention followed by a 12-week maintenance period and leverages existing partnerships with community-based organizations for home food delivery and culinary skill-skill building. The main questions it aims to answer are: (1) What is the effect of FIM+DASH vs. usual care control on blood pressure? (2) What is the effect of FIM+DASH vs. usual care control on DASH diet adherence (diet quality), body weight, and waist circumference? (3) How to identify factors associated with the sustainability and scalability of FIM+DASH in real-world settings?

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Miles Square Health Center Chicago (+3 Sites)

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Menu Labeling for Healthy Habits and Diet

18+
All Sexes
Bryan, TX

This study evaluates the impact of culturally tailored menu labeling interventions on psychosocial factors and ordering behavior among customers in two independently owned Hispanic restaurants in East-Central Texas. Participants will be exposed to one of three sequential menu conditions at each restaurant: (1) a standard menu without nutrition information, (2) a paper menu with bilingual nutrition labels, or (3) a digital menu app enhanced with Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) providing interactive nutrition guidance. The study will assess whether menu formats influence nutrition literacy, decision-making confidence, self-efficacy, attitudes, behavioral intentions, and actual ordering behavior. Data will be collected through surveys, purchase receipts, and app interaction logs.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Local Restaurant Site

Hyunjung Lee, PhD

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