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Compare Prezista vs. Lexiva

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  • Prezista (darunavir)
    Fosamprenavir (Lexiva)
  • Prezista (darunavir)
    Fosamprenavir (Lexiva)

  • Summary of Prezista vs. Lexiva

    Summary for HIV ARV
    Prescription only

    Prezista (darunavir) is an oral tablet or suspension that's used as part of an antiretroviral (ARV) regimen to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections. It's often taken in combination with a "booster," like ritonavir (Norvir), to help Prezista (darunavir) work better against the virus. Rarely, this medication can cause a skin rash within the first month of treatment, but it typically goes away on its own. Lastly, let your provider know if you have a history of sulfa allergy since Prezista (darunavir) contains a "sulfa" component.

    Summary for HIV ARV
    Prescription only

    Fosamprenavir (Lexiva) is an oral tablet or suspension that's used as part of an antiretroviral (ARV) regimen to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections. It's typically taken twice daily, usually in combination with a "booster," like ritonavir (Norvir), to help fosamprenavir (Lexiva) work better against the virus. Fosamprenavir (Lexiva) isn't a first-choice option for HIV anymore because it can cause serious side effects (e.g., rash, diarrhea, and nausea) and can interact with many other medications.

  • Indications of Prezista vs. Lexiva

    Indications for
    •Treatment of HIV infection in people aged 3 years and older
    Indications for
    •Treatment of HIV infection

  • Pros and Cons of Prezista vs. Lexiva

    Pros and Const for HIV ARV
    Pros
    •Taken once a day by mouth
    •Available as an oral suspension, so it's convenient if you have trouble swallowing pills
    •Safe to take during pregnancy
    Cons
    •Requires regular blood work and lab tests
    •Interacts with many medications
    •Must be used carefully in people with sulfa allergies
    Pros and Const for HIV ARV
    Pros
    •Available in a liquid form for people who have difficulty swallowing pills
    •Can be used in children age 4 weeks and older
    •Tablets can be taken with or without food
    Cons
    •Interacts with many medications
    •Requires regular blood work and lab tests to make sure your liver is healthy
    •Likely to cause high blood sugar and cholesterol levels

  • Common Side Effects of Prezista vs. Lexiva

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (9-14%)
    •Rash (6-7%)
    •Nausea (4-7%)
    •Headache (3-7%)
    •Stomach pain (6%)
    •Vomiting (2-5%)

    Side effects above were reported in adults taking this medication with ritonavir (Norvir). Side effects might differ in children.

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (5-13%)
    •Higher levels of fats in the body (up to 11%)
    •Higher liver labs (6-8%)
    •Rash (3-8%)
    •Nausea (3-7%)

    Please note: The side effects above include those reported by people who also took ritonavir (Norvir) with fosamprenavir (Lexiva) during clinical trials.

  • Warnings of Prezista vs. Lexiva

    Common Side Effects for
    •Liver problems
    •Severe skin and allergic reactions
    •Changes in body fat
    •Overactive immune system
    •Bleeding
    •Interactions with other medications
    Common Side Effects for
    •Interactions with other medications
    •Severe skin and allergic reactions
    •Liver problems
    •High blood sugar
    •Overactive immune system
    •Changes in body fat
    •Higher cholesterol levels
    •Risk of bleeding
    •Risk of kidney stone

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