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Tegaserod Maleate and Food

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

Check result:

Tegaserod Maleate <> 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 can decrease the levels of tegaserod in your body. Take tegaserod on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medicine.

Professional:

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food reduces the bioavailability of tegaserod by 40 to 65% and the maximum plasma concentration (Cmax) by 20 to 40%.

MANAGEMENT: Tegaserod should be taken before meals.

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