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Alecensa and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Alecensa (alectinib).

Moderate

Alectinib Food

Moderate Food Interaction

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food significantly enhances the oral bioavailability of alectinib and its major active metabolite, M4. According to the manufacturer, a high-fat, high-calorie meal increased the combined systemic exposure (AUC) of alectinib and M4 by 3.1-fold following oral administration of a single 600 mg dose of alectinib.

MANAGEMENT: To ensure maximal oral absorption, alectinib should be administered with food.

References (1)
  1. (2015) "Product Information. Alecensa (alectinib)." Genentech

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Alecensa drug interactions

There are 117 drug interactions with Alecensa (alectinib).

Alecensa disease interactions

There are 5 disease interactions with Alecensa (alectinib) 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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