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Nelfinavir ( nel-FIN-a-veer) is used, usually 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). Nelfinavir 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. Nelfinavir will not keep you from spreading HIV to other people. People who receive Nelfinavir may continue to have other problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease. Nelfinavir is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Oral Oral powder (U.S.) Tablets (U.S.)
Nelfinavir is used in combination with other drugs, such as zidovudine (AZT), to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections in patients with or without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Nelfinavir is one of a class of drugs called protease (pro' tee ace) inhibitors, which slow the spread of HIV infection in the body. Nelfinavir is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Nelfinavir comes as a tablet and a powder to take by mouth. It usually is taken three times a day with a meal or light snack. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Nelfinavir exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Nelfinavir powder may be added to water, milk, formula, soy milk, or dietary supplements. Your prescription label tells you how many scoops of powder to add to the liquid. Drink the entire mixture to get the full dose. Brand names: - Nelfinavir - Viracept |