Indinavir



CrixivanŽ







Indinavir

(in DIN a veer)

U.S. Brand Names
CrixivanŽ
Canadian Brand Names
CrixivanŽ
Mexican Brand Names
CrixivanŽ
Pharmacologic Category
Antiretroviral Agent, Protease Inhibitor
What key warnings should I know about before taking this medicine?
  • This medicine may increase the risk of kidney stones. Be sure to drink enough fluids while taking this medicine. Children are more likely to get kidney stones than adults.
Reasons not to take this medicine
  • Do not use with sildenafil (ViagraŽ). The combination may be dangerous.
  • If you have an allergy to indinavir or any other part of this medicine.
  • If you are taking any of these medicines: Astemizole, atorvastatin, cisapride, dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, lovastatin, methysergide, midazolam, pimozide, rifampin, simvastatin, terfenadine, or triazolam.
  • If you are pregnant or may be pregnant.
What is this medicine used for?
  • This medicine is used to treat HIV infection.
How does it work?
  • Indinavir works to injure the virus and fight the infection.
How is it best taken?
  • Use prescription as directed, even if feeling better.
  • This medicine is usually taken with at least two other medicines.
  • Take this medicine with water, juice, skim milk, coffee, or tea. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
  • If taking this medicine with ritonavir, take with or without food.
  • Drink plenty of noncaffeine-containing liquid unless told to drink less liquid by healthcare provider.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
  • Take a missed dose as soon as possible and return to your regular schedule.
  • Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
  • Do not change dose or stop medicine. Talk with healthcare provider.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
  • Do not run out of this medicine.
  • Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
  • Do not take didanosine within 1 hour of this medicine.
  • Do not take St John's wort with this medicine. It may make this medicine less effective.
  • To protect against sexually-transmitted diseases, use a latex condom.
  • Use birth control that you can trust to prevent pregnancy in HIV disease.
  • Breast-feeding is not recommended in HIV disease.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
  • High cholesterol level. Check before starting medicine.
  • High triglyceride level. Check before starting medicine.
  • Headache.
  • Belly pain.
  • Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.
  • Diarrhea.
  • Change in body fat distribution.
  • Feeling tired or weak.
What should I monitor?
  • Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
  • If you are diabetic, you will need to monitor blood sugars closely.
  • Check blood work regularly. Talk with healthcare provider.
  • Take good care of your teeth. See a dentist regularly.
  • Follow up with healthcare provider.
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
  • If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center immediately or dial 911.
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Back pain, blood in the urine, or fever or chills.
  • Severe nausea or vomiting.
  • Severe diarrhea.
  • Increased trips to the bathroom, increased thirst, or weight loss.
  • Any rash.
  • No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
  • Store in original container. Do not remove anti-moisture cube.
  • Protect from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
General statements
  • If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
  • Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
  • Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
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