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Module 13
Drug interactions: General concepts
Question | Answer |
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What are common causes of drug interations? | The sun Food Diseases that affect bodily systems Herbal supplements Other medications |
Three major categories of drug interactions | Drug-to-drug interactions Drug-food interactions Drug-disease interactions |
Which term describe two medications that work together to increase therapeutic effects? | Synergistic |
Which term describes how one drug may inhibit the effects of another drug? | Antagonistic |
How do drug-to-drug interactions occur? | Two medications are mixed together to create another effect. |
How do drug-food interactions occur? | Medications are affected by consuming certain foods or drinks |
How do drug-disease interactions occur? | Medications become harmful because of a medical condition. |
Examples of drug-disease interaction | Decongestants can worsen high blood pressure |
Three types of patients at high risk for drug interactions | Patients with multiple or chronic health conditions Older adults Patients taking multiple medications |
Two reasons why herbal and dietary supplements are of particular concern to physicians and pharmacists | Many patients do not mention supplements when discussing medications with their provider. Labels on supplements often do not list specific drug interactions. |