Compare Viracept vs. Crixivan

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.

ADVERTISEMENT
No information currently available
Treats HIV infection.

Crixivan (indinavir) is a good alternative drug used with other medications to treat HIV, but is not a first-choice treatment because of its side effects and many drug interactions.

Upsides
No information currently available
  • Can be effective at treating HIV infection if other medicines have not worked.
Downsides
No information currently available
  • Crixivan (indinavir) interacts with many other drugs. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting any new medications.
  • Crixivan (indinavir) can cause kidney stones so it's important to stay hydrated.
  • Crixivan (indinavir) might cause yellowing of the skin or eyes.
  • Crixivan (indinavir) can cause high cholesterol, triglyceride, and blood sugar levels.
ADVERTISEMENT
Used for
  • HIV infection
Dosage forms
  • Pill
  • Liquid
  • Pill
Price
Lowest price
$1188.11
Find instant savings near you
Lowest price
$452.08
Find instant savings near you
Want to save even more money?
Sign up now for a 30-day trial and save up to 95% at CVS, Kroger, Albertsons, and other pharmacies.
Learn more
Reviews
Not enough review data.Leave a review
Not enough review data.Leave a review
Side effects
The Viracept (Nelfinavir) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
21possible side effects
  • Abdominal pain
    17%
  • Kidney stones
    12%
  • Nausea
    12%
  • Elevated serum bilirubin
    12%
  • Vomiting
    8%
  • Back pain
    8%
  • Headache
    5%
  • Itching
    4%
  • Diarrhea
    3%
  • Acid regurgitation
    3%
  • Anorexia
    3%
  • Dizziness
    3%
  • Metallic taste
    3%
  • Weakness/fatigue
    2%
  • Fever
    2%
  • Discomfort
    2%
  • Increased appetite
    2%
  • Indigestion
    2%
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes
    2%
  • Sleepiness
    2%
  • Cough
    2%
See more detailed side effects
Risks and risk factors
No information currently available
  • New onset or worsened diabetes
    • Use of protease inhibitors
    • Diabetes
  • Hemolytic anemia
  • Liver damage
    • History of liver damage
  • Drug interactions
  • Kidney stones
    • Children
    • Dehydration
  • Fat redistribution
    • HIV treatment
See more detailed risks and warnings
Learn more about Viracept (Nelfinavir)
Learn more about Crixivan (indinavir)