Nelfinavir Mesylate

Therapeutic Group

Anti-virals For Systemic Use

Indication Dosage

Nelfinavir Mesylate is a medication used to treat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection. It helps to slow down the progression of HIV in the body and improve the immune system's ability to fight off infections.

HIV Infection In Combination With Other Antiretroviral drugs:

  • Adults: 1.25 Gm Twice Daily Or 750 Mg 3 Times Daily. 
  • Children 3-13 Yrs: Initially 50-55 Mg/kg Twice Daily (max 1.25 Gm Twice Daily) Or 25-30 Mg/kg 3 Times Daily (max 750 Mg 3 Times Daily).

Content

  • Tab: Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg.
  • Powd: Nelfinavir Mesylate 50mg.

Pregnancy

Avoid, Use Only When No Safer Alternative Exists For A Serious Problem.

Stability

  • Protease Inhibitor

Contra Indications

  • Acute Porphyria.

Precautions

  • Acute Porphyria.

Lactation

  • Contraindicated

Side Effects

  • Anorexia
  • Hepatic Dysfunction
  • Pancreatitis
  • Blood Disorders Including Anaemia
  • Neutropenia
  • And Thrombocytopenia
  • Gi Disturbances Including Di-arrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal Pain And Flatulence
  • Sleep Disturbances
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Paraesthesia
  • Myalgia
  • Myositis
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Taste Disturbances
  • Rash
  • Pruritus
  • Stevens-johnson Syndrome
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions Including Anaphylaxis
  • Lipodystrophy Syndrome And Osteonecrosis.

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