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CRIXIVAN in combination with other antiretroviral agents is indicated for the treatment of HIV infection. This indication is based on two clinical trials of approximately 1 year's duration that demonstrated: (1) a reduction in the risk of AIDS-defining illness or death, and (2) a prolonged suppression of HIV RNA.
CRIXIVAN:
Does not cure HIV infection
Does not reduce the transmission of HIV
Should only be taken in combination with other drugs for HIV
CRIXIVAN is contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Drug Interactions With CRIXIVAN: Contraindicated Drugs
Drug Class
Drugs Within Class That are Contraindicated With CRIXIVAN
Potential Serious and/or Life-Threatening Reactions due to Inhibition of CYP3A4 by CRIXIVAN Resulting in Elevated Plasma Concentrations of These Drugs
Acute ergot toxicity characterized by peripheral vasospasm and ischemia of the extremities and other tissues
Sedative/hypnotics
Midazolam, triazolam
Prolonged or increased sedation or respiratory depression
GI motility agents
Cisapride
Cardiac arrhythmias
Neuroleptics
Pimozide
Cardiac arrhythmias
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