Bosulif and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Bosulif (bosutinib).
Bosutinib Food
Moderate Food Interaction
Bosutinib should be taken with a meal to help with its absorption. Do not consume grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or any supplements that contain grapefruit extract during treatment with bosutinib unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Grapefruit juice can significantly increase the blood levels of bosutinib. You may be more likely to experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, liver damage, and impaired bone marrow function resulting in low numbers of different types of blood cells, which can increase the risk of anemia, bleeding problems, and infections. 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.
Bosulif drug interactions
There are 533 drug interactions with Bosulif (bosutinib).
Bosulif disease interactions
There are 6 disease interactions with Bosulif (bosutinib) which include:
- cardiovascular disease
- fluid retention
- bone marrow suppression
- dehydration
- liver disease
- renal impairment
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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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