Indinavir Benefits & Uses

Indinavir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Indinavir Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Indinavir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Indinavir is used -

Mild

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Rash
Dry Skin
Cough
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Abdominal cramp

Indinavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Indinavir safe for pregnant women?

Indinavir may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Indinavir again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Indinavir safe during breastfeeding?

Indinavir may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Indinavir, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Indinavir.

Moderate
What is the effect of Indinavir on the Kidneys?

Indinavir does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Indinavir on the Liver?

Side effects of Indinavir rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Indinavir on the Heart?

You can take Indinavir without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Indinavir with Other Drugs

Indinavir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Sildenafil

Pimozide

Ergotamine

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Acarbose

Indinavir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Indinavir unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Diabetes
Pancreatitis
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Indinavir

Is this Indinavir habit forming or addictive?

Indinavir does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Indinavir, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Indinavir can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Indinavir only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Indinavir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Indinavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Indinavir

Indinavir may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Indinavir

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Indinavir.

Unknown