Bendeka and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Bendeka (bendamustine).
Caffeine Bendamustine
Moderate Drug Interaction
Caffeine may increase the blood levels of bendamustine in some patients. This can increase the risk of side effects that affect your bone marrow function, resulting in low numbers of different types of blood cells. You may be more likely to develop anemia, bleeding problems, or infections. Contact your doctor if you experience potential signs and symptoms of these conditions such as paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, or other flu-like symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. 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.
Bendeka drug interactions
There are 276 drug interactions with Bendeka (bendamustine).
Bendeka disease interactions
There are 4 disease interactions with Bendeka (bendamustine) which include:
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Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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