Drug Interactions between mavacamten and sirolimus protein-bound

Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of mavacamten and increase the risk of heart failure, a condition where the heart is unable to pump blood adequately to meet the body's needs. Your risk may be further increased if you develop a serious infection or irregular heartbeat during treatment with mavacamten. You should avoid the consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking this medication. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. You should seek medical attention if you experience signs and symptoms of heart failure such as shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, swelling in your legs, palpitations, or rapid weight gain. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of sirolimus protein-bound. However, this has not been studied, and it is not known to what extent grapefruit juice may interact with sirolimus protein-bound. High blood levels of sirolimus protein-bound can increase side effects such as mouth sores and inflammation, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, increased blood sugar, rash, hair loss, lung or breathing problems, and impaired bone marrow function resulting in low numbers of different types of blood cells. You may also be more likely to develop anemia, bleeding problems, or infections due to low blood cell counts. The manufacturer recommends avoiding grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with sirolimus protein-bound. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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