Ritonavir FAQs
How much does Ritonavir cost without insurance?
Uninsured customers pay an average of $287.74 for Ritonavir. However, the federal ADAP (AIDS Drug Assistance Program) will help uninsured HIV/AIDS patients with most or all of Ritonavir cost, and the HarborPath ADAP Waiting List Program may help patients with Ritonavir during ADAP funding shortfalls. For uninsured patients on the ADAP waiting list who still cannot affordably fill their prescription, a SingleCare Ritonavir coupon reduces the cost to $34.89.
How much does Ritonavir cost with insurance?
As a high-cost prescription drug, Ritonavir copay costs may vary widely depending on your insurance plan and could be very high. With SingleCare, Ritonavir costs $34.89 per 30, 100mg Tablet, which may be lower than your copay with your insurance company. So ask your local pharmacist to compare your insurance copay to the SingleCare discount card.
Does Medicare cover Ritonavir and how much does it cost?
Ritonavir and its generic, ritonavir, are covered by most Medicare prescription drug plans and by Medicaid. Uninsured patients without Medicare and Medicaid can turn to ADAP for assistance. For those on the ADAP waiting list who still cannot affordably fill their prescription, a SingleCare Ritonavir coupon reduces the cost of a Ritonavir prescription $34.89.
What is the brand name of Ritonavir?
Ritonavir is a generic prescription drug and the active ingredient in the brand-name drug, Norvir.
What is Ritonavir?
Ritonavir is a prescription drug used to control the underlying HIV-1 viral infection that causes HIV/AIDS and is the active ingredient in Norvir. Ritonavir prevents the HIV-1 virus from reproducing itself. Reducing the amount of HIV virus in the body helps prevent the opportunistic and life-threatening illnesses common to HIV/AIDS, such as cancer, pneumonia, and other opportunistic infections. Ritonavir is prescribed at a fixed dose and taken orally as a tablet twice per day.
What are the side effects of Ritonavir?
The most common side effects of Ritonavir are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, weight loss, joint pain, overactive thyroid, nerve problems, tingling, numbness, liver problems, and high blood sugar.
Mood changes are common.
Allergic reactions are rare but potentially severe, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a potentially life-threatening reaction involving body-wide blistering, peeling, rash, fever, and other symptoms. Discontinue Ritonavir if any allergic symptoms, such as rash, swelling, or trouble breathing, are experienced.
This is not a complete list of side effects. Your physician will address your questions and concerns regarding potential side effects.