Olaparib and food

[Guilane]

Hi everybody, I just thought I’d share this as it might be helpful to someone. I know the instructions say you can take Olaparib with or without food, however I have found that if I don’t take it with food or have food within at least half an hour, I start to heave and have to take a metoclopramide. Let’s face it anything that reduces the amount of drugs we take has to be a bonus. Take care out there. Gill X

[Davonian]

Always good to know for someone experiencing the same symptoms and yes, the less drugs the better.👍

[Katmal-UK]

Hi Gill I’ve been on it 8.5 years and find certain foods also cause bowel issues, something I’d never had before (cast iron stomach). It doesn’t stop me eating those foods but I’m mindful of those that will cause an issue the next day.

[Rankij11]

Definitely need to take with food or have a little something soon after . Need to learn to live with Olaparib Best wishes for you

Jennifer

[Tabor]

Hello Gill, thank you for sharing. I take Rubraca and taking it close to drinking caffeine coffee will upset tummy too. Take care and God Bless you

Patsy