Indinavir
- BP-S-6-Medicinal Chemistry III
- Mar 31
- 1 min read
Chemical Structure / Formula of Indinavir
Formula: C36H47N5O4
Structure: Peptidomimetic protease inhibitor.
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits HIV protease, preventing viral maturation.
Uses
HIV/AIDS therapy (HAART regimen, rarely used now).
Side Effects
Nephrolithiasis (kidney stones, must drink plenty of water).
Lipodystrophy, hyperglycemia.
