Viracept

HIV

Treatment

1 FDA approval

20 Active Studies for Viracept

Treatment for

HIV

What is Viracept

NelfinavirThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummaryNelfinavir is a medication used to treat HIV in both adults and children. It works by blocking the HIV viral proteinase enzyme, preventing it from splitting the gag-pol polyprotein which would otherwise result in infectious, mature viral particles. Nelfinavir is usually taken in combination with other antiviral drugs.

Viraceptis the brand name

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Viracept Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Viracept

Nelfinavir

1997

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Nelfinavir, also known as Viracept, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses which include HIV .

HIV

Used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection in combination with null

Effectiveness

How Viracept Affects PatientsNelfinavir is a medication used to treat HIV by blocking a specific enzyme (protease) found in the virus. This prevents the virus from being able to form mature, infectious particles. Nelfinavir is almost always used in combination with two other anti-HIV drugs to ensure maximum effectiveness.

How Viracept works in the bodyHIV protease is an enzyme made by HIV that helps the virus to mature and cause disease. Nelfinavir is a drug that prevents HIV protease from working. It sticks to the active site of the enzyme, blocking it so that it can't interact with the virus's proteins. This stops the virus from maturing and becoming infectious.

When to interrupt dosage

The advocated dosage of Viracept is contingent upon the recognized condition. The amount likewise fluctuates as per the administration technique (e.g. Tablet, film coated or Powder) enumerated in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

HIV

, 625.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, Powder - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Warnings

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Viracept.

Common Viracept Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

(R)-warfarin

Major

The metabolism of (R)-warfarin can be decreased when combined with Nelfinavir.

(S)-Warfarin

Major

The metabolism of (S)-Warfarin can be decreased when combined with Nelfinavir.

1,2-Benzodiazepine

Major

The metabolism of 1,2-Benzodiazepine can be decreased when combined with Nelfinavir.

3,5-diiodothyropropionic acid

Major

The metabolism of 3,5-diiodothyropropionic acid can be decreased when combined with Nelfinavir.

5-androstenedione

Major

The metabolism of 5-androstenedione can be decreased when combined with Nelfinavir.

Viracept Toxicity & Overdose RiskNelfinavir was tested for toxicity in mice and rats, but no evidence of tumor formation was found in mice even when exposed to nine times the amount humans are exposed to at the recommended therapeutic dose. In rats, increased risk of thyroid tumor formation was found in males exposed to 300 mg/kg/day and higher, and in females exposed to 1000 mg/kg/day. These doses were 1-3 times higher than the recommended dose for humans. Nelfinavir did not have any effects on fertility or embryo survival in rats. If a person overdoses on nelfinavir, they should vomit or use activated charcoal to remove

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Viracept Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Viracept?

43 active clinical trials are currently researching the potential of Viracept to treat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

HIV

38 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4

Viracept Reviews: What are patients saying about Viracept?

5Patient Review

12/29/2007

Viracept for HIV

I've been on this medication for a decade and it's truly saved my life.

5Patient Review

10/27/2010

Viracept for HIV

I have been taking viracept for ten years and I have never had any issues with it.

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Patient Q&A Section about viracept

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is another name for nelfinavir?

"Nelfinavir, known by the brand name Viracept, is an antiretroviral medication used to treat HIV/AIDS."

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How do you take nelfinavir?

"Nelfinavir is a medication taken as a tablet or powder by mouth, typically 2-3 times daily with food. It is important to take nelfinavir at the same time each day and to follow the directions on the prescription label. If any part of the instructions are unclear, it is best to ask a doctor or pharmacist for clarification."

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What is the generic name for Viracept?

"Viracept is a protease inhibitor that is used as an antiviral medication to treat HIV, which causes AIDS."

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What is Viracept used for?

"The drug is used in conjunction with other HIV medications to help control the infection by reducing the amount of the virus in the body, allowing the immune system to function more effectively and decreasing the likelihood of developing HIV-related complications such as new infections or cancer, as well as improving the patient's quality of life."

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Clinical Trials for Viracept

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