Nelfin Benefits & Uses

Nelfin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Nelfin 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
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nelfin Side Effects

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

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Increased Cholesterol level in blood
Increased Triglyceride level in Blood

Mild

Rash
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Dyspepsia
Paresthesia
Diarrhoea
Cough

Nelfin Related Warnings

Is the use of Nelfin safe for pregnant women?

Nelfin is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Nelfin safe during breastfeeding?

Nelfin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nelfin on the Kidneys?

Nelfin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nelfin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Nelfin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nelfin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Nelfin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nelfin with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Simvastatin

Ergotamine

Severe

Pimozide

Sildenafil

Atorvastatin

Omeprazole

Moderate

Azithromycin

Tacrolimus

Nelfin Contraindications

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

Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hemophilia
Suicidal Tendency
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Nelfin

Is this Nelfin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Nelfin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nelfin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nelfin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Nelfin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Nelfin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nelfin

When consumed with certain foods, Nelfin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Nelfin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nelfin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Nelfin

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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; Viracept® (nelfinavir mesylate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810

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