Linzess and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Linzess (linaclotide).
Linaclotide Food/Lifestyle
Moderate Food Interaction
ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Administration of linaclotide in the fed condition resulted in more gastrointestinal side effects and more frequent and looser stools, than when it was administered under fasting conditions.
MANAGEMENT: It is recommended to take linaclotide 30 minutes before a meal.
References (2)
- EMEA. European Medicines Agency (2007) EPARs. European Union Public Assessment Reports. http://www.ema.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/includes/medicines/medicines_landingpage.jsp&mid
- (2012) "Product Information. Linzess (linaclotide)." Forest Pharmaceuticals
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Linzess drug interactions
There are 60 drug interactions with Linzess (linaclotide).
Linzess disease interactions
There are 2 disease interactions with Linzess (linaclotide) which include:
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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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