Nelfinavir Benefits & Uses

Nelfinavir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Nelfinavir 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

Nelfinavir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nelfinavir 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

Nelfinavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Nelfinavir safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Nelfinavir safely.

Safe
Is the use of Nelfinavir safe during breastfeeding?

Nelfinavir does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nelfinavir on the Kidneys?

Nelfinavir may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nelfinavir on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Nelfinavir. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Nelfinavir only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nelfinavir on the Heart?

Nelfinavir is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nelfinavir with Other Drugs

Nelfinavir 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

Nelfinavir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nelfinavir 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 Nelfinavir

Is this Nelfinavir habit forming or addictive?

Nelfinavir is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Nelfinavir. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nelfinavir should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Nelfinavir in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Nelfinavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nelfinavir

Nelfinavir 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 Nelfinavir

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Nelfinavir with alcohol will be.

Unknown