Indinavir

 Indinavir

Brand: Crixivan

Application: Treatment of immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

Indinavir drug forms

• Tablet

Indinavir Drug Information

The correct amount and method of taking Indinavir

Contraindications to indinavir

Taking indinavir pills during pregnancy and lactation

The effect of taking Indinavir tablets on driving

Indinavir drug interaction

Indinavir Warning

Side effects of taking indinavir

Common side effects of indinavir

Rare side effects of indinavir

Side effects of Indinavir overdose (Indinavir poisoning)

Storage conditions of Indinavir

Indinavir Drug Information

Indinavir is an antiviral drug. It is used for human acquired immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and slows the progression of HIV infection, but indinavir is not used to treat HIV. HIV kills CD4 T cells in the body. These are important white blood cells because they are involved in protecting the body against infection. If HIV is not treated, It weakens the immune system so that the body can not defend itself against bacteria, viruses and other microbes.

Indinavir belongs to a group of protease inhibitors (PIS) antiretroviral drugs. It is prescribed, along with a number of other antiviral drugs, as part of combination therapy. Taking three or more antiretroviral drugs at the same time is more effective than taking a single drug. Combination use of different drugs reduces the risk of developing resistance to any of the drugs.

Indinavir slows the progression of HIV infection by reducing the number of viruses in the body. It helps to improve the immune system and reduces the risk of developing complications associated with HIV infection. Indinavir will be prescribed by a specialist doctor.

The correct amount and method of taking Indinavir

• Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
• The dose and amount of Indinavir tablets vary from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. It is usually taken as 1 tablet 3 times a day, although the dose may be more or less.
• Try to take your doses at the same time each day and at the regular hour.
• Indinavir tablets should be swallowed with some water.
• This medicine should be taken on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal).
• If you forget to take your daily dose of Indinavir at the right time but soon forget to take it; But if you remember when the next dose is about an hour, Do not take the missed dose. You should not take two doses of the drug together because of the missed dose.

Contraindications to indinavir

• Note the expiration date of the Indinavir medicine and do not take it if the medicine in your hand has expired.
• Never give Indinavir to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
• Check for drug interactions with indinavir, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, Talk to your doctor about using your medications.

Taking indinavir pills during pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily and without consulting a doctor, during this period, take this drug only with a doctor's prescription.

The effect of taking Indinavir tablets on driving

Indinavir does not cause fatigue and dizziness, you do not need to avoid driving and working with machines.

Indinavir drug interaction

Drug interactions may alter the performance of drugs and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.

Some medications that may interact with indinavir include amiodarone, atazanavir, certain benzodiazepines (alprazolam, midazolam, triazolam), conivaptan, altriptan, ergot alkaloids. (Such as dihydrogrutamine, ergonovin, ergotamine, methyl ergovinine, HIV-specific combination drug), ranolazine, rifampin, some cholesterol drugs "statins" (lovastatin, simvastatin), St. John's wort.

Indinavir can slow the elimination of other drugs from the body and affect their function. Examples of affected drugs include: Asonapirone, Cisapride, Salmeterol, Lorazidone, Regorafenib, Trazodone, a special drug for the treatment of ED erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension (sildenafil and vardenafil), Some "statins" cholesterol drugs (lovastatin, simvastatin).

Indinavir Warning

Some medications cannot be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking Indinavir tablets:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you have liver and kidney problems.
• If your blood fat is high.
• If you have diabetes.
• If you have a heart problem.
• If you have hemophilia.
• If you are already allergic to any medication.
• If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.

Side effects of taking indinavir

All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some side effects go away after a short time of taking this medicine. If any of these symptoms persist, your doctor should be informed:

Common side effects of indinavir

• Feeling sick (nausea and vomiting): Try to eat simple foods without spices.
• Headache: Your doctor will prescribe painkillers.
• stomach ache
• Heartburn
• Decreased appetite
• Hyperglycemia
• Increased risk of kidney stones

Rare side effects of indinavir

• Symptoms of a heart attack (such as chest / jaw / left arm pain, shortness of breath, unusual sweating), light bruising or bleeding, persistent nausea and vomiting, stomach and stomach pain, dark urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin: If these symptoms You should see a doctor immediately.

Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to the use of Indinavir tablets.

Side effects of Indinavir overdose (Indinavir poisoning)

• Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
• If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.

Storage conditions of Indinavir

• Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
• Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.