| What is Viracept?
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Viracept is a drug prescribed to fight HIV. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Viracept?
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Viracept side effects may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, gas, loss of strength, nausea,
and skin rash.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common Viracept side effects may include allergic reaction, arthritis, anxiety, back pain, blood disorders, dehydration, depression, difficulty breathing, dizziness, drowsiness, emotional problems, eye problems, fever, flu-like symptoms, headache, hepatitis, hives, increased or decreased blood sugar, indigestion, itching, joint pain, kidney problems, loss of appetite, migraine, mouth ulcers, muscle pain or cramps, muscle weakness or disorders, nasal and sinus
congestion, overactivity, pain, seizures, sexual dysfunction, skin rash, skin tingling or numbness, sleep problems, sore throat, stomach and intestinal bleeding, stomach pain, suicidal thoughts, sweating,
and vomiting. |
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| How is Viracept taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Viracept provided by your doctor. Take Viracept every day, exactly as prescribed. Do not stop taking it or change the dose without first consulting your doctor. To achieve higher blood levels of the drug, always take Viracept with a meal or light snack. If your child is taking Viracept oral powder, mix it with a small amount of water, milk, formula, soy formula, soy milk, or a liquid nutritional product such as
ensure, sustacal, or advera, then use within 6 hours. Make sure the child drinks the entire dose. Do not mix the powder with apple juice, applesauce, or orange juice; these combinations will taste bitter.
If you miss a dose take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Viracept with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Viracept. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to
check with your doctor before combining Viracept with atorvastatin,
carbamazepine, cyclosporine, indinavir, oral contraceptives, phenobarbital,
phenytoin, rifabutin, ritonavir, saquinavir, sildenafil, or tacrolimus. Do not take Viracept with
amiodarone, ergot derivatives, lovastatin, midazolam, quinidine, rifampin,
simvastatin, or triazolam. |
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| How should I store Viracept?
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Store Viracept at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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