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Protease inhibitor
Amprenavir is a small molecule medicine used to treat HIV infection. It works as a protease inhibitor, which means it helps stop the human immunodeficiency virus type 1 from multiplying in the body.
How it worksAmprenavir works by blocking a specific enzyme called HIV-1 protease, which the virus needs to replicate.
Used for
HIV infectionViral diseasesAIDS
Conditions
HIV infectionAIDS
Class
Protease InhibitorProtease inhibitorImmune system
How to take
FormsOral
RoutesOral
Talk to your doctor
Questions to ask
- ·Is Amprenavir the right treatment for my HIV infection?
- ·Are there any interactions between Amprenavir and my other medications?
Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-26.