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Chapter 19: Over-the-Counter Products, Herbal and Alternative Drugs, and Vitamins and Minerals Visovsky: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 9th Edition Last document update:   ago

1. You are teaching a patient about taking over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Which important safety information should you include in your teaching plan? a. “OTC drugs will only maintain their potency months after the expiration date.” b. “OTC drugs often interact with other drugs, and with food or alcohol” c. “Be sure to take all the pills in the bottle.” d. “Adjust the dosage to your specific needs.” ANS: B OTC drugs often interact with other drugs, and with food or alcohol,...

Chapter 19: Over-the-Counter Products, Herbal and Alternative Drugs, and Vitamins and Minerals Visovsky: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 9th Edition Last document update:   ago

1. You are teaching a patient about taking over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Which important safety information should you include in your teaching plan? a. “OTC drugs will only maintain their potency months after the expiration date.” b. “OTC drugs often interact with other drugs, and with food or alcohol” c. “Be sure to take all the pills in the bottle.” d. “Adjust the dosage to your specific needs.” ANS: B OTC drugs often interact with other drugs, and with food or alcohol,...