Drug Interactions between Cytovene and Norvir
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Cytovene (ganciclovir)
- Norvir (ritonavir)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Cytovene and Norvir. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Cytovene
A total of 276 drugs are known to interact with Cytovene.
- Cytovene is in the drug class purine nucleosides.
- Cytovene is used to treat the following conditions:
Norvir
A total of 689 drugs are known to interact with Norvir.
- Norvir is in the following drug classes: antiviral boosters, protease inhibitors.
- Norvir is used to treat HIV Infection.
Drug and food interactions
ganciclovir food
Applies to: Cytovene (ganciclovir)
Food can enhance the levels of ganciclovir in your body. To ensure maximal oral absorption, ganciclovir should be administered with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication.
ritonavir food
Applies to: Norvir (ritonavir)
Ritonavir should be taken with food to lessen gastrointestinal side effects. It is important that you take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not change your treatment or stop treatment without first talking to your doctor.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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