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Indinavir is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Indinavir is used -
Mild
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.
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.
What is the effect of Indinavir on the Kidneys?
Indinavir does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Indinavir on the Liver?
Side effects of Indinavir rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Indinavir on the Heart?
You can take Indinavir without any fear of damage to the heart.
Indinavir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Indinavir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Indinavir habit forming or addictive?
Indinavir does not cause addiction.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Indinavir only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Indinavir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
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.
Interaction between Alcohol and Indinavir
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Indinavir.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Crixivan* (indinavir sulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810