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Indinavir ( in-DIN-a-veer) is used, alone or in combination with other medicines, in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Indinavir 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. Indinavir will not keep you from spreading HIV to other people. People who receive Indinavir may continue to have other problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease. Indinavir is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Oral Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
Indinavir is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in adults. It belongs to a class of drugs called protease (pro' tee ace) inhibitors, which slow the spread of HIV infection in the body. It is usually taken with other antiviral medications. Indinavir is not a cure and may not decrease the number of HIV-related illnesses. Indinavir does not prevent the spread of HIV to other people. Indinavir is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Indinavir comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 8 hours (three times a day). Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Indinavir exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take Indinavir even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Indinavir without talking to your doctor. Brand names: - Crixivan - Indinavir |