Indinavir (known as Crixivan)

Generic name: Indinavir

Brand names: Crixivan

Class: Protease inhibitors

Side-effects:

Common: Kidney stones, abdominal pain, lipodystrophy, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhoea, rash, headache, dizziness, dry skin and mouth, tiredness, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), liver toxicity, diabetes, changes in blood counts, weakness
Rare: Liver abnormalities, changes in heart rhythm

Dosage:

100, 200, and 400mg* capsules
800mg three times a day

Notes:

Take one hour before or two hours after food, or with a light low-fat snack.

This article was last reviewed on 19/12/2011 by T. Kelaart.

Date due for the next review: 30/9/2014.

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