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Osphena and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with Osphena (ospemifene).

Moderate

Ospemifene Food

Moderate Food Interaction

Food significantly increases the absorption of ospemifene. You should take ospemifene with a meal, preferably at the same time each day. Taking it on an empty stomach may lead to inadequate blood levels and reduced effectiveness of the medication.

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Major

Ospemifene High Cholesterol (Hyperlipoproteinemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Sitosterolemia)

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

ospemifene - cardiovascular disorders

There is a reported increase of stroke and deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in postmenopausal women receiving oral conjugated estrogens. Ospemifene should be prescribed for the shortest duration consistent with treatment goals, weighting risks and benefits for each woman. Ospemifene is contraindicated in women with active DVT, pulmonary embolism, active arterial thromboembolic disease (such as stroke or myocardial infarctions), or a history of any of these conditions. Other risk factors for cardiovascular disorders and/or venous thromboembolism such as hypertension, diabetes, smoking, hypercholesterolemia, obesity, lupus erythematosus (in personal or family history), should be evaluated and managed appropriately.

References

  1. (2013) "Product Information. Osphena (ospemifene)." Shionogi USA Inc

Osphena drug interactions

There are 88 drug interactions with Osphena (ospemifene).

Osphena disease interactions

There are 4 disease interactions with Osphena (ospemifene) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor 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.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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