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Vemurafenib and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with vemurafenib:

Moderate

Caffeine vemurafenib

Moderate Drug Interaction

Vemurafenib may increase the blood levels and effects of caffeine. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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.

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Vemurafenib drug interactions

There are 543 drug interactions with vemurafenib

Vemurafenib disease interactions

There are 7 disease interactions with vemurafenib which include:

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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