for Veterans and the Public
Viracept (nelfinavir)
- Type of Drug: Protease Inhibitor
- Once HIV has infected a cell and made copies of itself, it uses an enzyme called protease to process itself correctly so it can be released from the cell to infect other cells. Protease inhibitors work by blocking that enzyme.
Approved adult dosing
two 625 mg tablets, two times a day
Morning
Viracept 625 mg
Evening
Viracept 625 mg
five 250 mg tablets, two times a day
Morning
Viracept 250 mg
Evening
Viracept 250 mg
three 250 mg tablets, three times a day
Morning
Viracept 250 mg
Noon
Viracept 250 mg
Evening
Viracept 250 mg
Notes on taking this medication
- Must take with a meal
- Viracept interacts with certain other drugs; persons using Viracept with those drugs may need an adjustment to their dose of Viracept or the other drugs; consult your medical provider
Side effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea; vomiting
- Liver inflammation and increased liver enzyme levels
- Elevations in cholesterol and triglycerides
- Abnormal accumulation of body fat
See accompanying chart: Tips for Common Side Effects
My doctor's instructions
Disclaimer: This information is not meant to substitute for advice from your medical provider or pharmacist. If you have any questions about your medication dosing, talk to your medical provider or pharmacist.
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