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Linzess and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Linzess (linaclotide).

Moderate

linaclotide food

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

  1. EMEA. European Medicines Agency "EPARs. European Union Public Assessment Reports. http://www.ema.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/includes/medicines/medicines_landingpage.jsp&mid" (2007):
  2. "Product Information. Linzess (linaclotide)." Forest Pharmaceuticals (2012):

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Linzess drug interactions

There are 59 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

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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