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Cytovene and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Cytovene (ganciclovir).

Moderate

Ganciclovir Food

Moderate Food Interaction

Food can enhance the levels of ganciclovir in your body. To ensure maximal oral absorption, ganciclovir should be administered with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication.

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Cytovene drug interactions

There are 240 drug interactions with Cytovene (ganciclovir).

Cytovene disease interactions

There are 3 disease interactions with Cytovene (ganciclovir) 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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