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    • IMBRUVICA

    • QTY 28
    • 140 MG
    • Tablet
    • Near  77381

IBRUTINIB (eye BROO ti nib) treats leukemia and lymphoma. It works by blocking a protein that causes cancer cells to grow and multiply. This helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells. It may also be used to treat a condition that can occur after a stem cell or bone marrow transplant (chronic graft versus host disease).


IMBRUVICA Lifestyle Interactions

  • Ibrutinib 140mg, Oral tablet

    Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit or grapefruit-containing foods while taking Ibrutinib. Side effects from Ibrutinib may get worse. Contact your prescriber immediately if you experience any new or unusual side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during ibrutinib treatment due to the risk of increased ibrutinib exposure and adverse reactions. Ibrutinib is a CYP3A substrate and grapefruit juice is a strong CYP3A inhibitor.

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