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Medicines ritonavirQuestion & answer

ritonavir · Medicine question

Is ritonavir contraindicated in patients with decompensated liver disease?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Yes, ritonavir should not be given to patients with decompensated liver disease.

Sources for this answer

Norvir 100 mg film-coated tabletsAbbVie Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 38Document updated 10 December 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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