Formulary Monographs [SAQUINAVIR, 08180808]
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SAQUINAVIR
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HIV PROTEASE INHIBITORS
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Treatment of HIV infection in combination with ritonavir and other antiretroviral agents.
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Diarrhea, abdominal discomfort.
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Adults and children (16 yrs of age and older): 1g twice daily with ritonavir 100mg twice daily , or with lop inavir 400mg/ritonavir 100mg twice daily . Administer within 2 hours after a meal.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other experts recommend that HIV-infected women not breast-feed infants, regardless of antiretroviral therapy due to the risk of transmitting the virus through breastfeeding.
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