Kaletra

Listed below are some of the other drugs that may interact with Kaletra. However, because interactions are so likely, it's best to check with your doctor before combining Kaletra with any medication, including over-the-counter products and herbal remedies.

Anticonvulsants such as Dilantin, Phenobarbital, Tegretol
Antifungals such as Nizoral and Sporanox
Atovaquone (Mepron)
Certain cholesterol-lowering agents, including Lipitor, Mevacor, and Zocor
Certain HIV drugs such as Sustiva, Videx, Viramune
Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
Dexamethasone (Decadron)
Disulfuram (Antabuse)
Drugs used to treat heart arrhythmias, such as Cordarone, Lidocaine, Quinidex, Rhythmol
Drugs used to treat tuberculosis, such as Mycobutin, Rifadin, Rifater
Heart medications such as Adalat, Cardene, Plendil, Procardia
Immunosuppressants such as Neoral and Prograf
Methadone
Metronidazole (Flagyl)
St. John's wort (also called hypericum perforatum)
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Kaletra has not been studied in pregnant women and should be used only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the possible risk to the developing baby.

HIV can be passed to your baby in breast milk, so breastfeeding is not advised.

Recommended dosage

ADULTS

Kaletra Capsules

The usual dose is 3 capsules twice daily with food. The dose may be increased to 4 capsules twice daily if Kaletra is used in conjunction with Sustiva or Viramune.

Kaletra Oral Solution

Take 5 milliliters (1 teaspoonful) twice daily with food. The dose may be increased to 6.5 milliliters twice daily if Kaletra is used in conjunction with Sustiva or Viramune.

CHILDREN

Aged 6 Months to 12 Years

The dose of Kaletra for children is based on body weight. It should be taken twice a day with food and should be administered using a calibrated dosing syringe. The dose may be increased if the child is also taking Sustiva or Viramune.

Overdosage

Little is known about Kaletra overdose. Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

Kaletra oral solution contains a high percentage of alcohol, which could be dangerous to a young child. If a child swallows more than the recommended dose, contact your local poison control center immediately.