Norvir and Pilostat

• Generic Name: ritonavir
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Norvir, Norvir Soft Gelatin

Norvir (ritonavir) is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body.

Norvir is used together with other antiviral medicines to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Norvir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.

• Generic Name: pilocarpine ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Pilocar, Pilopine-HS, Pilostat, Isopto Carpine, Adsorbocarpine, Pilagan with C Cap, Ocu-Carpine, Ocusert, Piloptic-1/2, Piloptic-1, Akarpine, Piloptic-2, Piloptic-3, Piloptic-4, Piloptic-6

Pilocarpine reduces the amount of fluid in the eye, which decreases pressure inside the eye.

Pilostat (for the eyes) is used to treat glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye).

Pilostat may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.