A patient will begin taking the protease inhibitor combination Kaletra (lopinavir/ritonavir). What information will the nurse include when teaching the patient about dietary changes?

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Protease inhibitors can elevate cholesterol levels, so it is important for the patient to consume a low-cholesterol diet to minimize this side effect. Consuming acidic or fatty foods or taking the pill on an empty stomach can interfere with the absorption of the medication.

A Patient Will Begin Taking the Protease Inhibitor Combination Kaletra