Pharmacological TherapiesPregunta 91 de 120
A client is prescribed an oral tetracycline antibiotic. Which instruction is correct?
a.Take it with milk or antacids to reduce stomach upset
b.Take it only with grapefruit juice
c.Avoid dairy products and antacids near the time of the dose
d.Double the dose if a dose is missed
Explicación
Calcium in dairy and antacids binds tetracycline and reduces its absorption, so they should be separated from the dose. Doses should not be doubled if missed.
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