Ritonavir
Why is it prescribed?
In combination with nirmatrelvir, ritonavir is Indicated for the treatment of mild COVID-19 in adults who are at high risk for progression to severe disease.
Products that have this ingredient include •Paxlovid™ •
See other drugs used in the treatment of •COVID-19 •
see Paxlovid™
For the purposes of this website we will only describe ritonavir's use in combination with nirmatrelvir (Paxlovid™). Ritonavir helps to slow down nirmatrelvir’s metabolism; allows it to remain active in the body and at higher concentrations for longer.
see Paxlovid™