Ibrutinib and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with ibrutinib.
ibrutinib food
Major Food Interaction
Ibrutinib should be taken once daily at approximately the same time everyday. Do not consume grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or Seville oranges unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Grapefruit and Seville oranges may significantly increase the blood levels of ibrutinib. This may increase the risk of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, hemorrhage, kidney problems, and impaired bone marrow function resulting in low numbers of different types of blood cells. You may also be more likely to develop anemia, bleeding problems, or infections due to low blood cell counts. You should contact your doctor if you develop paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Also seek immediate medical attention if you experience signs and symptoms that may suggest kidney damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. 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.
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
ibrutinib - hypertension
The use of ibrutinib may cause hypertension. It is recommended to monitor for new onset hypertension or hypertension that is not adequately controlled after starting therapy and to adjust hypertensive medications and/or initiate antihypertensive treatment per clinical practices. Close monitoring of blood pressure is recommended.
References
- "Product Information. Imbruvica (ibrutinib)." Pharmacyclics Inc (2013):
Ibrutinib drug interactions
There are 427 drug interactions with ibrutinib.
Ibrutinib disease interactions
There are 9 disease interactions with ibrutinib which include:
- atrial fibrillation
- bleeding
- cytopenia
- hepatic impairment
- hypertension
- infections
- renal impairment
- tumor lysis syndrome
- lung toxicity
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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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