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Saquin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
The right dosage of Saquin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Saquin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Saquin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Saquin has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Saquin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Saquin related warnings section.
Saquin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Saquin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Saquin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Saquin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Saquin 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 Saquin safe for pregnant women?
Saquin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Saquin safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Saquin for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Saquin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Saquin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Saquin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Saquin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Saquin on the Heart?
Saquin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Saquin 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 Saquin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Saquin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Saquin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Saquin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Saquin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Saquin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Saquin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Saquin
Taking Saquin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Saquin
Taking Saquin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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; Invirase® (saquinavir mesylate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810