Norvir is an antiviral medication used to treathuman immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1). Since Norvir has been used for several years, it is no longer effective on its own to treat HIV-1 infection. However, it is still used to “boost” the amount of other antivirals and increase their effectiveness. Fact Table Formula C37H48N6O5S2 License US FDA, EU EMA Bioavailability 60% to 80% Legal status Rx-only Chemical Name Ritonavir Elimination half-life 3-5 hours Dosage (Strength) 100mg Pregnancy Consult Doctor Brands Norvir Protein binding 98-99% PubChem CID 392622 MedlinePlus a696029 ChEBI 45409 ATC code J05AE03 DrugBank DB00503 KEGG D00427 Routes of administration By mouth
Norvir (Ritonavir)
- The standard dosage of Norvir is 600 mg by mouth twice daily. The dosage may need to be reduced if you are taking other antiviral medications.
