Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl) does not have any known interactions with alcohol, other medications, or supplements. However, Elevidys is prescribed with a corticosteroid, which may interact with vaccines.

Elevidys is used in adults and certain children to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

An interaction can occur because one substance causes another substance to have a different effect than expected. Interactions can also occur if you have certain health conditions. Keep reading to learn about Elevidys’s possible interactions.

Elevidys is not known to interact with other medications. However, that doesn’t mean interactions aren’t possible. For example, other drugs may be approved in the future that may have interactions with Elevidys.

Before you start receiving Elevidys, tell your doctor and pharmacist about any prescription, over-the-counter, or other drugs you take. Sharing this information with them may help prevent possible interactions.

To learn whether Elevidys interacts with herbs, vitamins, or supplements, see the “Are there other interactions with Elevidys?” section.

Certain health conditions or other factors could raise your risk of harm if you take Elevidys. In such cases, your doctor may not prescribe Elevidys for you. These are known as contraindications. The following list includes contraindications of Elevidys.

If you have certain DMD gene mutations: If you have a DMD gene mutation (abnormal change in the gene) called a deletion in exon 8 or exon 9, your doctor likely won’t prescribe Elevidys for you. This gene mutation can increase the risk of severe reaction where your immune system attacks your muscles.

Before you start receiving Elevidys, talk with your doctor if any of the factors mentioned here apply to you. Your doctor can determine whether Elevidys is safe for you to take.

Elevidys is not known to interact with alcohol.

If you have questions about consuming alcohol during Elevidys treatment, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Elevidys may have other interactions. They could occur with supplements, foods, vaccines, or lab tests.

Here are additional interactions that may occur with Elevidys. Note that this is not a full list of all other possible interactions with Elevidys.

Does Elevidys interact with supplements?

Before you start receiving Elevidys, talk with your doctor and pharmacist about any herbs, vitamins, or supplements you take. Sharing this information with them may help you avoid possible interactions.

If you have questions about interactions that may affect you, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Elevidys interactions with herbs

There are currently no reports of Elevidys interacting with herbs. But this doesn’t mean that interactions with herbs won’t be recognized in the future.

For this reason, it’s important to check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any of these products while receiving Elevidys.

Elevidys interactions with vitamins

There are currently no reports of Elevidys interacting with vitamins. But this doesn’t mean that vitamin interactions won’t be recognized in the future.

For this reason, it’s important to check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any of these products while receiving Elevidys.

Does Elevidys interact with food?

There are currently no reports of Elevidys interacting with food. If you have questions about eating certain foods during your treatment with Elevidys, talk with your doctor.

Does Elevidys interact with vaccines?

There are currently no reports of Elevidys interacting with vaccines. However, doctors usually prescribe Elevidys with corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can weaken your immune system and interact with certain vaccines. To lower this risk, your doctor will likely recommend receiving all your routine and recommended vaccines at least 4 weeks before starting corticosteroids and Elevidys treatment.

If you have more questions about vaccines and your Elevidys treatment, talk with your doctor.

Does Elevidys interact with lab tests?

There are currently no reports of Elevidys interacting with lab tests. If you have questions about having certain lab tests during your treatment with Elevidys, talk with the healthcare professional ordering the test.

Does Elevidys interact with cannabis or CBD?

There are currently no reports of Elevidys interacting with cannabis (commonly called marijuana) or cannabis products such as cannabidiol (CBD). But as with any drug or supplement, talk with your doctor before using cannabis during treatment with Elevidys.

Note: Cannabis is illegal at a federal level but is legal in many states to varying degrees.

Certain medical conditions or other health factors may raise the risk of interactions with Elevidys. Before receiving Elevidys, talk with your doctor about your health history. They’ll determine whether Elevidys is right for you.

Health conditions or other factors that might interact with Elevidys include:

Liver problems: Elevidys can increase your liver enzymes and cause serious liver problems. If you have a history of liver problems, you may have a higher risk of this side effect. Tell your doctor if you’ve had liver problems. They can help determine whether it’s safe for you to receive Elevidys.

Current infection: Doctors usually prescribe Elevidys with corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can weaken your immune system, which increases your risk of infections. If you currently have an infection, receiving corticosteroids in preparation for Elevidys could lead to more serious complications. Your doctor will likely wait until your infection clears before starting corticosteroid and Elevidys treatment.

Pregnancy: Doctors typically won’t prescribe Elevidys for people who are pregnant or can become pregnant. If you’re pregnant or may become pregnant, talk with your doctor before receiving Elevidys.

Breastfeeding: Doctors typically won’t prescribe Elevidys for people who are breastfeeding. If you’re breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, talk with your doctor about your options.

Allergic reaction: If you’ve had an allergic reaction to Elevidys or any of its ingredients, your doctor will likely not prescribe Elevidys. This is because receiving the drug could cause another allergic reaction. You can ask your doctor about other treatments that may be better for you.

Taking certain steps can help you avoid interactions with Elevidys. Before starting treatment, talk with your doctor and pharmacist. Things to discuss with them include:

  • whether you drink alcohol or use cannabis
  • the list of medications you take, as well as any vitamins, supplements, and herbs
  • what to do if you start taking a new drug during your Elevidys treatment

It’s also important to understand Elevidys’s label and other paperwork that may come with the drug. Colored stickers that describe interactions may be on the label. The paperwork, sometimes called the patient package insert or medication guide, may have other details about interactions.

If you did not get paperwork with Elevidys, ask your pharmacist to print a copy for you. If you have trouble reading or understanding this information, your doctor or pharmacist can help.

Receiving Elevidys exactly as prescribed can also help prevent interactions.

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