Information about Fosamprenavir Calcium

Generic Name : Fosamprenavir Calcium
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Fosamprenavir Calcium are provided here.

Pronunciation : FOS-am-PREN-a-vir

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Fosamprenavir Calcium, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Fosamprenavir Calcium

International :

Lexiva

Why is Fosamprenavir Calcium Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an HIV protease inhibitor, prescribed for HIV with other medications.

When should Fosamprenavir Calcium not be taken? (Contraindications)

It should not be co-administered with drugs that are highly dependent on CYP3A4 for clearance. Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Fosamprenavir Calcium?

Therapy-Naive Adults- The recommended dose is 400 mg twice daily (without ritonavir).

How should Fosamprenavir Calcium be taken?

It comes as a tablet and oral suspension to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Fosamprenavir Calcium?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with heart problems, high blood pressure, kidney problems, diabetes, bleeding problem hemophilia, high blood cholesterol or lipid levels, skin rash, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It does not stop the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contacts, sharing of needles, injection supplies, or others.

• Patients may develop with increased risk of life threatening skin diseases, if it is so consult with your doctor immediately.

• Monitor liver function, cholesterol levels, white blood cell count, and blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.