DrugFood restrictionsRenal or hepatic modification*Adverse effects
Atazanavir (Reyataz)Take with foodHepaticAsymptomatic indirect hyperbilirubinemia, rash (20% of patients; does not require discontinuation), PR prolongation, kidney stones
Use with caution in patients with underlying cardiac conduction abnormalities; requires acid in stomach for absorption; see prescribing information for dosing with antacids, histamine H2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors
Darunavir (Prezista)Take with foodNoneRash (10% of patients; may be severe and require discontinuation)
Use with caution in patients with sulfonamide allergy
Fosamprenavir (Lexiva)NoneHepaticPerioral paresthesia, rash (19% of patients; may be severe) Use with caution in patients with sulfonamide allergy
Indinavir (Crixivan)Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meal; drink 50 oz (1.5 L) of water per dayHepaticIndirect hyperbilirubinemia, kidney stones, renal insufficiency, alopecia, dry skin and mucous membranes, paronychia, ingrown toenails, gallstones
Lopinavir/ritonavir (Kaletra)None (may be better tolerated with food)NonePotentially fatal pancreatitis, increased risk of myocardial infarction with long-term use, PR and QT prolongation
Nelfinavir (Viracept)Take with foodNoneDiarrhea
Ritonavir (Norvir)Take with foodHepaticAltered taste, circumoral and peripheral paresthesia
Saquinavir (Invirase)Take within 2 hours of a mealHepaticRash, prolonged QT interval, hyperprolactinemia (rare)
Tipranavir (Aptivus)NoneHepaticSevere hepatitis; intracranial hemorrhage Use with caution in patients with sulfonamide allergy