Vemurafenib and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with vemurafenib.
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 617 drug interactions with vemurafenib.
Vemurafenib disease interactions
There are 7 disease interactions with vemurafenib which include:
- lung toxicity
- cutaneous malignancies
- dermatological reactions
- hepatic impairment
- QT prolongation
- renal impairment
- visual complications
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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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