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Research Notes on Saquinavir

Saquinavir is a medication which is classified as an antiretroviral protease inhibitor.1 It is used to treat HIV and is available in two different forms (hard or soft gels).1 Saquinavir works by slowing the spread of HIV within the body.2 Common side effects of saquinavir include high cholesterol, diarrhea, nausea and sometimes anxiety.3

Fast Facts:

  • Also used to prevent HIV infection in health-care workers.4
  • Should always be taken with Ritonavir.5
  • Available as Invirase.

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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Wikipedia: Saquinavir
  2. American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP) (via MedlinePlus): Saquinavir: Why is this Medication Prescribed?
  3. A.D.A.M. (via University of Maryland Medical Center): Reactions Saquinavir: Adverse Effects
  4. ASHP (via MedlinePlus): Saquinavir: Other Uses for this Medicine
  5. Micromedex (via Mayo Clinic): Saquinavir (Oral Route): Proper Use

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