Drug Dosing Tool: Reyataz (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)

Reyataz (atazanavir)

Type of Drug: Protease Inhibitor

Once HIV has infected a cell and made copies of itself, it uses an enzyme called protease to process itself correctly so it can be released from the cell to infect other cells. Protease inhibitors work by blocking that enzyme.

Approved adult dosing

two 200 mg capsules Reyataz, once a day

Daily
Reyataz 200 mg

Note: This dose may not be appropriate for people who have taken other HIV medications, or who are currently taking Viread or Truvada

one 300 mg capsule Reyataz + one 100 mg capsule Norvir, once a day

Daily
Reyataz 300 mg
+
Norvir

two 150 mg capsules Reyataz + one 100 mg capsule Norvir, once a day

Daily
Reyataz 150 mg
+
Norvir

Notes on taking this medication

Always take with food, to increase absorption
Reyataz interacts with many other drugs; persons using Reyataz with those drugs may need an adjustment to their dose of Reyataz or the other drugs; consult your medical provider
Reyataz interacts with medicines for indigestion, heartburn, and ulcers, including medicines available over the counter; check with your medical provider before using these medicines

Side effects

Jaundice (yellow eyes and/or yellow skin), especially when used with Norvir; this is rarely serious, but let your medical provider know if this develops
Abdominal pain; liver inflammation and increased liver enzyme levels
Uncommon: elevations in cholesterol and triglycerides

See accompanying chart: Tips for Common Side Effects

My doctor's instructions

Disclaimer:

This information is not meant to substitute for advice from your medical provider or pharmacist. If you have any questions about your medication dosing, talk to your medical provider or pharmacist.

Drug Dosing Toolkit

Reyataz (atazanavir)

Approved adult dosing

Daily

Daily

Daily

Notes on taking this medication

Side effects

My doctor's instructions

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