Kaletra And Pale Stool

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Stools. How pale is too pale?

Hi... I'm on week 7 of Sustiva/Truvada and have noticed occasional (3-4 per week) somewhat pale-colored stools. I would describe them as a light golden brown. Is this an indication of any liver dysfunction and cause for concern or just a...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Mild stool abnormalities are common with many of the HIV regimens including the one you have started. If the change in stool color is related to liver problems from you medications that should be easily picked up with routine safety blood tests... Read more »

Response to New Kaletra

I'm responding to the person who, on April 1, 2006 was having problems with 'loose... Read more »

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D. »

Kaletra and caffeine

I need a stimulant and I can't take caffeine because it worsens the diarrhea. I take... Read more »

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An Overview of Kaletra (Lopinavir/Ritonavir)

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Diarrhea

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Lopinavir + Ritonavir (Kaletra)

¿Qué Es Lopinavir? ¿Quién Debe Tomar Kaletra? ¿Qué es la Resistencia a los Medicamentos? ¿Cómo Se Toma Kaletra? ¿Cuáles Son los Efectos Secundarios? ¿Cómo Reacciona con Otros Medicamentos? ¿Qué Es Lopinavir? Lopinavir es un... Read more »

Diarrhea and HIV/AIDS

Table of Contents Diarrhea and HIV How Does Diarrhea Affect the Body? Treating Your Diarrhea Taking Care of Yourself Diarrhea and HIV Diarrhea is one of the most common problems for people living with HIV(HIV+). It can affect as... Read more »

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kaletra

Posted by Lovinlife, 3 Replies

Has anybody taken kaletra? I just started it. Am wondering what I can expect....... Read more »

Use of medication Kaletra

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

WANTED "KALETRA" USERS

Individuals currently taking the medication KALETRA are invited to participate in a "quality of life" study, consisting of a brief telephone discussion. Confidentiality is guaranteed. Compensation of $20.00 (U.S.). Please... Read more »

Use of medication KALETRA

Posted by Anonymous

WANTED KALETRA USERS

Individuals currently taking the medication KALETRA are invited to participate in a "quality of life" study, consisting of a brief telephone discussion. Confidentiality is guaranteed. Compensation of $20.00 (U.S.) Please call... Read more »

Use of medication "KALETRA"

Posted by Anonymous

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