Videx EC and Viracept
Determining the interaction of Videx EC and Viracept and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using didanosine together with nelfinavir may alter the effects of both medications. Nelfinavir should be administered with food, which may affect the absorption of didanosine due to increased acid in the stomach induced by food intake. Nelfinavir should be taken with food at least two hours before or one hour after didanosine. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Nelfinavir should be administered with food, which may adversely affect the absorption of didanosine during concurrent administration due to increased acid in the stomach induced by food intake.
MANAGEMENT: Nelfinavir should be taken with food at least two hours before or one hour after didanosine.
- "Product Information. Viracept (nelfinavir)." Agouron Pharma Inc, La Jolla, CA.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
- Videx EC-Viracept (Nelfinavir Oral Powder)
- Videx EC-Viracept (Nelfinavir Tablets)
- Videx EC-Viramune
- Videx EC-Viramune (Nevirapine Oral Suspension)
- Videx EC-Viramune (Nevirapine Tablets)
- Videx EC-Viramune O/S
- Viracept-Videx Pediatric
- Viracept-Viekira
- Viracept-Viekira Pak
- Viracept-Viekira XR
- Viracept-Vienva
- Viracept-Vigabatrin