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Indivan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
The optimal dosage of Indivan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Indivan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Indivan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Indivan has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Indivan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Pancreatitis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Hemophilia must refrain from the use of Indivan since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Indivan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Indivan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Indivan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Indivan is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Indivan safe for pregnant women?
Indivan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Indivan again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Indivan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Indivan. Immediately discontinue Indivan if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Indivan on the Kidneys?
Indivan does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Indivan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Indivan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Indivan on the Heart?
Indivan is completely safe for the heart.
Indivan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Indivan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Indivan habit forming or addictive?
Indivan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Indivan can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Indivan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Indivan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Indivan
Indivan may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Indivan
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Indivan.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Crixivan* (indinavir sulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810