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Jakafi and Infections

Result of checking the interaction of drug Jakafi and disease Infections for safety when used together.

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Jakafi <> Infections
Relevance: 23.07.2019 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 use in presence of concomitant diseases.

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Serious bacterial, mycobacterial, fungal and viral infections have been reported in patients receiving ruxolitinib. It is recommended to delay starting therapy with ruxolitinib until serious active infections have resolved. Patients should be closely monitored for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment. Treatment should be interrupted if a patient develops a serious infection, an opportunistic infection, or sepsis and appropriate therapy should be instituted according to clinical guidelines. Prompt management of signs and symptoms of infection is advisable.

Jakafi

Generic Name: ruxolitinib

Brand Name: Jakafi

Synonyms: n.a.

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