Saquinavir Tablet

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Saquinavir Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 500
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 500
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  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Contains / Salt: Saquinavir
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

Saquinavir Information

Saquinavir is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Saquinavir have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Saquinavir depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Saquinavir Benefits & Uses

Saquinavir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Saquinavir Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially 500 mg/day orally for 1 week with ritonavir 100 mg after that 1000 mg/day orally for 1 week with ritonavir 100 mg
Geriatric
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially 500 mg/day orally for 1 week with ritonavir 100 mg after that 1000 mg/day orally for 1 week with ritonavir 100 mg


Saquinavir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Saquinavir is used -

Moderate

  • Increased Liver Enzymes
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Increased Cholesterol level in blood
  • Increased Triglyceride level in Blood

Mild

Saquinavir Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Saquinavir safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Saquinavir without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Saquinavir safe during breastfeeding?


    Saquinavir may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Saquinavir on the Kidneys?


    Saquinavir may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Saquinavir on the Liver?


    Saquinavir has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Saquinavir on the Heart?


    Side effects of Saquinavir rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Saquinavir with Other Drugs

Saquinavir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Saquinavir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saquinavir unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Saquinavir

  • Is this Saquinavir habit forming or addictive?


    Saquinavir does not cause addiction.

    No
  • 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 Saquinavir can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Saquinavir should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Saquinavir cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Saquinavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Saquinavir


    Saquinavir may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Saquinavir


    Consumption of alcohol and Saquinavir together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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