The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Nausea (11%)
- Diarrhea (8%)
- Vomiting (7%)
- Stomach pain (6%)
- Feeling tired (6%)
- Pneumonia (5%)
- Changes in fat (5%)
Side effects above were reported in adults taking this medication with ritonavir (Norvir).
Less Common Side Effects
- Constipation
- Fever
- Back pain
- Flu-like symptoms (congestion, cough)
- Rash
- Itching
- Dry lips
- Dry skin
- High blood sugar
Invirase serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious liver problems: nausea, vomiting, not feeling hungry, pain in the right side of the stomach, yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin, dark-colored urine, light-colored stool
- Abnormal heart rhythm: chest pounding, trouble breathing, chest pain, feeling faint or lightheaded, dizziness
Source: DailyMed
The following Invirase side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
chills
increased amount of fat in the upper back and neck, or around the chest and stomach area
loss of fat from the legs, arms, and face
tightness in the chest
trouble breathing
Less common
Blurred vision
cough-producing mucus
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
general feeling of discomfort or illness
headache
increased hunger
increased thirst
increased urination
joint pain
loss of appetite
loss of consciousness
muscle aches and pains
shivering
skin rash
stomachache
sweating
trouble sleeping
unexplained weight loss
unusual tiredness or weakness
vomiting
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common
Back pain
belching
bloated or full feeling
change in taste
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
difficulty having a bowel movement
discouragement
excess air or gas in the stomach or bowels
fear
feeling sad or empty
headache
inability to have or keep an erection
indigestion
irritability
lack of appetite
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
loss of interest or pleasure
mouth ulcers
nervousness
pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
passing gas
skin rash, encrusted, scaly, and oozing
skin warts
stomach upset, discomfort, or pain
tiredness
trouble concentrating
weakness
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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