nelfinavir, an antiviral drug. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat HIV. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Known hypersensitivity to protease inhibitors prohibits its use. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Life-threatening effects include anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and hemoglobin abnormalities. Other adverse effects include anorexia, dyspepsia, headache, asthenia, poor concentration, dermatitis, pain, bleeding, hypoglycemia, and hyperlipidemia. Common side effects include diarrhea, flatulence, and rash.
