Ellence Interactions Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when
Ellence is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Certain Calcium Channel Blockers
Combining certain
calcium channel blockers with Ellence may increase the risk of
Ellence side effects, particularly side effects that affect the heart. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Combining Ellence and
cimetidine can increase the level of Ellence in your blood, increasing your risk of side effects. You should not take cimetidine (including over-the-counter cimetidine products) while receiving Ellence chemotherapy.
Live Vaccinations
Because chemotherapy (including Ellence) can suppress the immune system, it is generally best to avoid live vaccinations while receiving chemotherapy.
Trastuzumab (Herceptin)
Final Thoughts on Ellence Drug Interactions
It is possible that not all Ellence drug interactions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about any specific drug interactions with Ellence that may apply to you.
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