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Fosamprenavir Uses Fosamprenavir is a protease inhibitor type of antiviral medication. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV). Once in the body, fosamprenavir is converted into amprenavir. The medication works by slowing the growth of the virus.This drug is not a cure for HIV and does not prevent the passing of HIV to others. Notes Patients treated with fosamprenavir may continue to acquire "opportunistic" infections associated with HIV. This medication does not prevent the transmission of HIV to others through sexual contact or blood. Practice "safe sex" (including the use of latex condoms) to minimize the risk of transmitting the virus to others.Do not share this medication with others.Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., liver function, triglycerides/cholesterol, white blood cell counts-WBC, blood sugar) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details. Storage Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. How To Use Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist before you start taking fosamprenavir and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult you doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth, usually once or twice daily with or without food.Fosamprenavir is usually taken once a day in patients who have never taken protease inhibitors to treat HIV before. If you have taken other protease inhibitors in the past, this medication should be taken twice a day. If you are not sure if you have taken other protease inhibitors in the past or if you have any questions about how often to take this medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Because fosamprenavir is converted by the body into amprenavir, you should not take this drug if you are already taking amprenavir. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.If you take antacids or didanosine, take them at least one hour before or after taking fosamprenavir. Taking antacids or didanosine at the same time as fosamprenavir decreases the amount of amprenavir (active form of this drug) in your bloodstream.Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day.Do not take more or less of this drug than prescribed, or stop taking it (or other HIV medicines) unless directed to do so by your doctor. Side Effects Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue, and stomach/abdominal pain may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: skin rash.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusual increase in thirst or urination, mental/mood changes, numbness or tingling of hands or feet.Changes in body fat may occur while you are taking this medication (e.g., increased fat in the upper back and stomach areas, decreased fat in the arms and legs). The cause and long-term effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of therapy with your doctor, as well as the possible role of exercise to reduce this side effect.If you are taking HIV medications for the first time, you may experience symptoms of an old infection. This may happen as your immune system begins to work better. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following symptoms: new cough, trouble breathing, fever, new vision problems, new headaches, new skin problems.A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: severe rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Before taking fosamprenavir, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to sulfa drugs; or if you have any other allergies.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, diabetes, high blood cholesterol or fats (lipids), blood disorders (hemophilia).This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Avoid breast-feeding because breast milk can transmit HIV. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is within 2 hours of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. It is important not to miss doses of this drug. Drug Interactions Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: artemether-lumefantrine, cisapride, delavirdine, ergot drugs (e.g., dihydroergotamine, ergotamine), midazolam, pimozide, ranolazine, certain rifamycins (rifampin, rifapentine), certain "statin" drugs for cholesterol (lovastatin, simvastatin), St John's wort, triazolam.If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting fosamprenavir.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: other anti-HIV drugs (such as amprenavir, efavirenz, indinavir, lopinavir/ritonavir, nelfinavir, nevirapine, saquinavir), anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam), atorvastatin, azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), calcium channel blockers (e.g., diltiazem, nifedipine, verapamil), dexamethasone, drugs to treat erectile dysfunction (phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as sildenafil, vardenafil), erythromycin, fluticasone, drugs that suppress the immune system (e.g., cyclosporine, tacrolimus, rapamycin), drugs for irregular heartbeat (e.g., amiodarone, flecainide, IV lidocaine, propafenone, quinidine), garlic supplements, methadone, rifabutin, anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin), trazodone, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), anti-ulcer medicines (e.g., H2 blockers such as ranitidine, cimetidine), warfarin.This medication may decrease the effectiveness of combination-type birth control pills. This can result in pregnancy. You should use an alternative form of reliable birth control while using this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

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