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Ustekinumab and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with ustekinumab.

Major

Ustekinumab High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

ustekinumab - posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome

The use of ustekinumab may cause posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome. One case of reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS) was observed in clinical studies of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. No cases of RPLS were observed in clinical studies of Crohn's disease. Conditions with which it has been associated include preeclampsia, eclampsia, acute hypertension, cytotoxic agents and immunosuppressive therapy. Caution and close monitoring is advised when prescribing this agent to patients at risk of RPLS. It is recommended to administer appropriate treatment and discontinue therapy if RPLS is suspected.

References

  1. (2009) "Product Information. Stelara (ustekinumab)." Centocor Inc

Ustekinumab drug interactions

There are 457 drug interactions with ustekinumab.

Ustekinumab disease interactions

There are 5 disease interactions with ustekinumab 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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