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How to Take Saquinavir and it's Dose


It comes as a tablet and capsule. It is taken twice a day on a full stomach but can be delayed up to 2 hours after a meal. A soft gelatin capsule is also available that has to be taken 3 times a day.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

PO- HIV infection Combined with other antiretroviral: In patients more than 16 years: 1 g twice daily with ritonavir. Take antiretroviral medications (ARVs) as soon as possible after exposure to HIV 1g twice daily with ritonavir and other antiretroviral and continue for 4 weeks if tolerated.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe liver damage, in breastfeeding women, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Saquinavir

This medication is a protease inhibitor, prescribed for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in patients with or without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) with other medication.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Saquinavir

India :


International :


Invirase , Fortovase.
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