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Emcyt and Food

Result of checking the interaction of Emcyt and Food for safety when used together.

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Emcyt <> Food
Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

Food and milk may decrease the levels of estramustine in your body. It is recommended that estramustine be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Estramustine should not be taken with milk or calcium containing products.

Professional:

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food and milk may significantly decrease serum concentrations of estramustine. The mechanism of the interaction is not known.

MANAGEMENT: It is recommended that estramustine be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals, and that it not be coadministered with milk, or calcium containing products.

References:
  • "Product Information. Emcyt (estramustine)." Pharmacia and Upjohn, Kalamazoo, MI.
Emcyt

Generic Name: estramustine

Brand Name: Emcyt

Synonyms: n.a.

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