Nelfin Benefits & Uses

Nelfin is used to treat the following -

Other 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 Related Warnings

Is the use of Nelfin safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Nelfin safe during breastfeeding?

Nelfin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nelfin on the Kidneys?

Nelfin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nelfin on the Liver?

Nelfin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nelfin on the Heart?

Nelfin is completely safe 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, there is no any evidence that Nelfin is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nelfin as you may feel sleepy.

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

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nelfin with alcohol.

Unknown

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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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