Prescription Required

Saquin 500mg Tablet

by Hetero Drugs Ltd
Saquinavir (500mg)

₹500

Saquin 500mg Tablet

Introduction to Saquin 500mg Tablet

It is an antiviral or antiretroviral drug. 

It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It prevents HIV from multiplying by interfering with an enzyme (protease) necessary for the production of new viruses.

Take with food for better absorption. Take in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Complete the full course even if symptoms improve. Inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Consult your doctor before use if allergic to antibiotics or with kidney or liver problems.

Safety Advice for Saquin 500mg Tablet

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Unsafe to consume with this drug.

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Generally considered safe; limited human studies available.

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Probably safe if prescribed; limited human data suggests no significant risk to the baby.

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Consult your doctor; impact on driving ability unknown.

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Probably safe if prescribed; consult your doctor.

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Caution advised; dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor.

How Saquin 500mg Tablet works

Saquin 500mg Tablet is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.

How To Use Saquin 500mg Tablet

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Saquin 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Benefits Of Saquin 500mg Tablet

  • It prevents HIV from multiplying, controls infection, and improves the immune system.

Side Effects Of Saquin 500mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Cough
  • Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site).

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FAQ's on Saquin 500mg Tablet

Is Saquin hydrophobic or hydrophilic?

Saquin is hydrophobic in nature. It is not hydrophilic

What is Saquin used for and how does it work?

Saquin is used along with other medication for treating human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. It does not completely cure HIV or AIDS. Saquin belongs to a class of medication called protease inhibitors. It prevents HIV from multiplying inside the body.

What class does Saquin belong to?

Saquin belongs to a class called protease inhibitors

Prescription Required

Saquin 500mg Tablet

by Hetero Drugs Ltd
Saquinavir (500mg)

₹500

Saquin 500mg Tablet

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