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Question:
Which of the following is a key drug interaction associated with isoniazid?
Answer:
Increased metabolism of phenytoin
Question:
What is the primary use of St. John's Wort?
Answer:
mild to moderate depression
,Question:
What is the primary mechanism of action of roflumilast in the treatment of
COPD?
Answer:
Inhibits PDE-4 leading to reduced inflammation
Question:
Which dietary supplement is generally well tolerated but causes bad breath
and body odor?
Answer:
Garlic
Question:
Which drug type is primarily used for long-term therapy in selected patients
with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease?
Answer:
Aminosalicylates
, Question:
How can the interaction between antacids and sucralfate be minimized?
Answer:
Administer sucralfate at least 30 mins before antacids
Question:
Recommended timing for administration of oral levothyroxine to maximize
absorption?
Answer:
Take on an empty stomach, 30-60 mins before breakfast
Question:
A patient with a history of seasonal allergies and asthma asks about
protentional adverse effects and interactions with echinacea. What should
they know regarding echinacea's interactions with conventional drugs?
Answer:
Echinacea may interfere with immunosuppression and increase
hepatotoxicity with some drugs