APTIVUS vs LEXIVA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 12, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. APTIVUS and LEXIVA are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	APTIVUS	LEXIVA
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	TIPRANAVIR	FOSAMPRENAVIR CALCIUM
Manufacturer	Boehringer Ingelheim	Viiv Hlthcare
Dosage forms	Capsule	Tablet, Suspension
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome	Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

aptivus lexiva

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

TIPRANAVIR

FOSAMPRENAVIR CALCIUM

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ingelheim

Viiv Hlthcare

Dosage forms

Capsule

Tablet, Suspension

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Aptivus and Lexiva?

Aptivus contains Tipranavir, while Lexiva contains Fosamprenavir Calcium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.