Generic for Viracept for Human immunodeficiency virus - Drug Information

Generic Name - Nelfinavir

Category - Antiviral drug

Indications

Human immunodeficiency virus
Generic Viracept is indicated in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Generic Nelfinavir is used, usually in combination with other medicines. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Generic Viracept will not cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS; however, it helps keep HIV from reproducing and appears to slow down the destruction of the immune system. This may help delay the development of problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease.

Generic for Viracept Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Viracept is contraindicated in patients, with a prior history of hypersensitivity to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drug or any component of this formulation.
Generic Viracept should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

- Diabetes or high blood sugar
- Hemophilia
- High cholesterol or lipids in your blood
- Liver disease
- Received other treatments for HIV or AIDS
- An unusual or allergic reaction to nelfinavir, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Viracept. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

- Amiodarone (Cordarone®)
- Astemizole (Hismanal®)
- Bepridil (Vascor®) or mibefradil (Posicor®)
- Cerivastatin (Baycol®)
- Cisapride (Propulsid®)
- Ergotamine medicines (such as Cafergot®, Migranal®, D.H.E. 45®, and others)
- Lovastatin (Mevacor®)
- Midazolam (Versed®)
- Pimozide (Orap®)
- Quinidine (Quinaglute®, Cardioquin®, Quinidex®, and others)
- Rifampin (Rimactane®, Rifadin®, Rifater®, or Rifamate®)
- Simvastatin (Zocor®)
- St. John's wort or any herbal products containing St. John's wort
- Terfenadine (Seldane®)
- Triazolam (Halcion®)
- Went yeast (CholestinT)

Generic for Viracept Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericViracept

The usual recommended dose of Generic Viracept for adults weighing 132 pounds or more is 200 milligrams every 12 hours. Those weighing less than 132 pounds usually take 125 milligrams every 12 hours.

Generic for Viracept Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Viracept side Effects include allergic reactions, changes in blood sugar levels, dry mouth, dry eyes, gas, indigestion, joint pain, loss of appetite, muscle disorders, swollen glands and vision problems.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Viracept.

Generic for Viracept and Pregnancy

Do not take Viracept if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. The effect of Generic Viracept in pregnant women has not been adequately studied.

Generic for Viracept and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Viracept passes into the breast milk. Do not take Generic Viracept without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. However, breast-feeding is usually not recommended in AIDS patients because of the risk of passing the AIDS virus on to the nursing infant

Generic for Viracept and Pediatric

It is recommended to talk to your doctor before using Generic Viracept for pediatric patients.

Generic for Viracept and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Viracept in geriatric patients have not been adequately established.

Note

The above information about Generic Viracept serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.