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    • TOFACITINIB CITRATE ER (Generic for XELJANZ XR)

TOFACITINIB (TOE fa SYE it nib) treats autoimmune conditions, such as arthritis and ulcerative colitis. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. This decreases inflammation.


TOFACITINIB CITRATE ER (Generic for XELJANZ XR) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Demeclocycline Hydrochloride 150mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Calcium-containing foods
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Specific food that is high in calcium such as dairy products (cheese, milk, yogurt, or cottage cheese) can decrease the absorption of Demeclocycline (a Tetracycline-Type Antibiotic) from the stomach. Taking dairy product or other high-calcium foods together together with Demeclocycline can decrease the effectiveness of Demeclocycline to treat an infection. To limit this interaction, take Demeclocycline at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals or milk
    • Notes for Professionals: Calcium salts that are present in foods and dairy products can form chelates with demeclocycline and impair absorption. Administer demeclocycline at least one hour prior to or two hours after a meal and/or milk.
  • Demeclocycline Hydrochloride 150mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Foods High in Iron
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Specific food that is high in calcium such as dairy products (cheese, milk, yogurt, or cottage cheese) can decrease the absorption of Demeclocycline (a Tetracycline-Type Antibiotic) from the stomach. Taking dairy product or other high-calcium foods together together with Demeclocycline can decrease the effectiveness of Demeclocycline to treat an infection. To limit this interaction, take Demeclocycline at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals or milk.
    • Notes for Professionals: Iron salts that are present in foods and dairy products can form chelates with demeclocycline and impair absorption. Administer demeclocycline at least one hour prior to or two hours after a meal and/or milk.

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