Crixivan (Generic name : Indinavir) is a strong medicine that helps keep HIV under control for a long time when used with other medicines.

• What are Crixivan capsules?
• What should my health care professional know before I take Crixivan?
• What if I miss a dose?
• What side effects might I notice from taking Crixivan?
• What should I watch for while taking Crixivan?
• Where can I keep my medicine?

What are Crixivan capsules?
Crixivan is an antiviral drug called a protease inhibitor. Crixivan is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Crixivan may reduce the amount of HIV in the blood and increase the number of CD4 cells (T-cells) in the blood.Crixivan is used in combination with other drugs to treat the HIV virus. Crixivan will not cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS. You may still develop other infections or conditions associated with HIV.

What should my health care professional know before I take Crixivan?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•diabetes or high blood sugar
•hemophilia
•high blood cholesterol, lipids or triglycerides
•history of kidney stones
•history of pancreatitis
•liver disease
•an unusual or allergic reaction to Crixivan, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•breast-feeding
•pregnancy or recent attempts to get pregnant
 
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
 
What side effects might I notice from taking Crixivan?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
•blood in the urine
•difficulty or pain passing urine
•pain in the back or kidney
•redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
•severe dizziness
•skin rash
•unusual tiredness or weakness
•yellowing of skin or eyes
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•acid reflux
•back pain
•changes in taste
•dizziness
•drowsiness
•dry skin
•headache
•loss of appetite
•nausea, vomiting
•stomach pain
•tiredness or weakness
 
What should I watch for while taking Crixivan?
Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Discuss any new symptoms with your prescriber or health care professional.
Crixivan will not cure HIV and you can still get other illnesses or complications associated with your disease. Taking Crixivan does not reduce the risk of passing HIV infection to others through sexual or blood contact. It is best to avoid sexual contact so that you do not spread the disease to others. For any sexual contact, use a condom. Be careful about cuts, abrasions and other possible sources of blood contact. Never share a needle or syringe with anyone.
Make sure to drink plenty of fluids while taking Crixivan. Try to drink at least 6 glasses of water a day (48 ounces). If you notice pain or difficulty passing urine, call your health care provider immediately.
Do not take antacids or didanosine, ddI, within 1 hour of taking Crixivan. Antacids may decrease the amount of Crixivan you absorb.
 
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Indinavir capsules are sensitive to moisture and should remain in the original container. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.