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Indinavir Sulfate pill What kind of medication is this? Antiretroviral medication is what INDINAVIR is. In combination with other medications, it is used to treat HIV. This medication does not treat or cure HIV in any way. It will not prevent the HIV virus from spreading to other people. Before I start using this medication, what should I discuss with my primary care physician? People have a right to know if you suffer from any of the following conditions: diabetes hemophilia a response that is unexpected or allergic to indinavir or other drugs, foods, colors, or preservatives; renal problems; liver illness; breastfeeding a baby or having just made an effort to conceive a child What is the correct way to take this medication? This medication should be taken orally, accompanied by a full glass of water. This medication should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably at least one hour before or two hours after a meal. It is recommended that you consume it together with a light meal, such as dry toast with jelly, juice, and coffee with skim milk and sugar; or corn flakes, skim milk, and sugar. Always remember to take your medication at the prescribed times. Do not take your medication more frequently than recommended by the label. If you want your anti-HIV treatment to be as effective as it can be, make sure to take each dose exactly as directed. Even if you start to feel better, you should not miss doses of your medication or stop taking it altogether. It is possible that skipping doses will cause the HIV virus to become resistant to this medication as well as other medications. Do not discontinue taking unless specifically instructed to do so by your doctor. Have a discussion with your child's physician about the possibility of giving them this medication. It's possible that further attention is required. In the event that you believe you may have taken an excessive amount of this medication, you should immediately contact a poison control center or an emergency facility. PLEASE TAKE NOTE That no one else should use this medication. It is important that others not use this medication. What should I do if I forget a dose? If you are going to miss a dosage by more than two hours, you should wait until the next scheduled time to take it. If you miss a dosage by less than two hours, however, you should take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. After then, take your subsequent dose at the typical interval. Do not take duplicate or additional dosages. What other substances could react with this medication? It is not safe to use this drug with any of the medicines listed below: alprazolam astemizole\satazanavir\samiodarone cisapride\sconivaptan medications for high cholesterol such as cerivastatin, lovastatin, and simvastatin dofetilide medicines for headaches such as dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, and methylergonovine drugs midazolam\spimozide ranolazine rifampin\srifapentine rice with red yeast The Herb St. John's Wort triazolam There is a possibility that this treatment will interact negatively with the following medications: atorvastatin\scarbamazepine clarithromycin\scyclosporine\sdexamethasone\sfluticasone lidocaine medications for mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or psychotic disorders Medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Ketoconazole and itraconazole are examples of medications used to treat fungal infections. drugs for blood pressure like amlodipine, felodipine, nifedipine alternative treatments for HIV phenytoin\sphenobarbital\squinidine rifabutin\ssirolimus\stacrolimus It's probable that this list doesn't cover all of the possible interactions. Provide your primary care physician with a list of all the medications, herbs, over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements that you are currently using. Additionally let them know whether you are a smoker, a drinker, or if you take any illicit substances. It's possible that certain things might react badly with your medication. What side effects should I be on the lookout for when using this medication? Check in with your primary care physician or another qualified medical expert on a regular basis. Talk to your doctor about any new symptoms you've noticed. When you are on this medication, you will need to have significant blood work performed. The HIV virus can be passed on to other people through sexual contact or by blood contact. Have a conversation with your primary care provider about ways to prevent the further spread of HIV. When you are using this medication, the effectiveness of birth control tablets may be compromised. Have a conversation with your primary care provider about the possibility of utilizing additional birth control methods. Women who are still capable of bearing children are required to implement an effective method of barrier contraception, such as the use of a condom or diaphragm. This medication may have an effect on the amount of sugar in the blood. If you have diabetes, you should talk to your primary care physician or another qualified medical practitioner before making any adjustments to your diabetes medication or diet. This medication has been linked to kidney stone formation. When you are taking this medication, it is important to consume a lot of fluids in order to reduce your risk of developing kidney stones. Every day, adults should consume at least six glasses of liquids that are eight ounces each, with water being the beverage of choice in most cases. If you are experiencing pain or trouble passing pee, you should make an appointment with your doctor. What potential negative reactions may I have to this medication? You should report the following side effects to your physician or another qualified medical expert as soon as possible: Symptoms of an allergic response may include a rash, itching, or hives on the skin; swelling of the cheeks, lips, or tongue; blood in the urine; and difficulty breathing. black urine dizziness overall sick feeling or flu-like symptoms stools with a lighter color a lack of appetite and sickness During urinating, you may have discomfort in the lower back or on the side. rashes, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, causing discomfort on the right side of the upper abdomen, as well as within the mouth abnormally low levels of strength or fatigue yellowing of the eyes or skin Adverse effects that, in most cases, do not call for immediate medical treatment (but should be reported to your physician or another health care expert if they persist or become bothersome): increased hunger or thirst excessive urination is a symptom of diarrhea. nausea, vomiting stomach discomfort Gain of weight around the waist and back, as well as thinning of the face, arms, and legs It's conceivable that this list doesn't cover all of the potential negative consequences. Where should I store my medication, if you please? Be sure that youngsters can't get their hands on it. Keep in a sealed container at a temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius and store at room temperature (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep out any moisture that you can. After the expiration date, any medicine that has been used but not finished should be thrown away.