Invirase - Saquinavir Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Invirase.
• Invirase
• sah-KWIN-uh-veer

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, stomach upset, muscle or joint pain, cough or diarrhea may occur.
• If these symptoms continue or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Read Before Using Invirase (precautions)

• Before taking this, tell your doctor if you have.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur.

Invirase Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication is not a cure for HIV infection.
• The long term effects are unknown at this time.
• Be aware that this medication does not reduce the risk of passing the virus to others through sexual contact or blood contamination.
• Keep all doctor appointments and scheduled laboratory tests as your condition will be monitored closely.
• This is a potent medication and should not be shared.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include pain in the throat.

Medicinal Applications

• This is a protease inhibitor type of antiviral medication used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is within 2 hours of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• It is important not to miss doses of this drug.

Usage Instructions

• Take this by mouth exactly as directed usually three times a day.
• This is best taken with food or within 2 hours after a meal.
• Follow your dosing instructions closely.
• This medication is given in combination with other antiviral drugs (for example, zidovudine and lamivudine) for best results.
• Do not substitute different brands of this medication unless directed by your doctor.
• It is critical to take this medication every day exactly as prescribed.
• Do not interrupt treatment unless directed to do so by your doctor.

Invirase Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light as directed.
• Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.