Crixivan - Protease Inhibitor for HIV Treatment

Crixivan is a prescription drug utilized in the treatment of HIV infection. It is classified as a protease inhibitor and functions by blocking the protease enzyme in HIV, hindering viral multiplication.

Crixivan FAQ

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Does Crixivan (indinavir) interact with other drugs?

This medicine interacts with many other drugs. The chance of Crixivan (indinavir)'s side effects may be raised or how well Crixivan (indinavir) works may be lowered. The chance of the other drugs' side effects may also be raised. This may include very bad, life-threatening, or deadly side effects.

Who should I tell if I take Crixivan (indinavir)?

Tell all of your health care providers that you take Crixivan (indinavir). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. This medicine interacts with many other drugs. The chance of Crixivan (indinavir)'s side effects may be raised or how well Crixivan (indinavir) works may be lowered.

What if I am allergic to Crixivan (indinavir)?

If you have an allergy to indinavir or any other part of Crixivan (indinavir). If you are allergic to Crixivan (indinavir); any part of Crixivan (indinavir); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.

Does Crixivan (indinavir) cause high blood sugar?

High blood sugar has happened with Crixivan (indinavir). This includes diabetes that is new or worse. Check your blood sugar as you have been told by your doctor. Some people with hemophilia have had times of more bleeding when taking drugs like this one. If you have hemophilia, talk with your doctor.

What is Crixivan used for?

CRIXIVAN is an oral capsule used for the treatment of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). HIV is the virus that causes AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). CRIXIVAN is a type of HIV drug called a protease (PRO-tee-ase) inhibitor. How does CRIXIVAN work? CRIXIVAN is a protease inhibitor that fights HIV.

Does Crixivan cause liver problems?

Some patients treated with CRIXIVAN have had liver problems including liver failure and death. Some patients had other illnesses or were taking other drugs. It is uncertain if CRIXIVAN caused these liver problems. Diabetes and high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) have occurred in patients taking protease inhibitors.