Omeprazole and Cimetidine Should Be Avoided in Some Older Patients

question 49

Multiple Choice

Omeprazole and cimetidine should be avoided in some older patients due to which of the following?

• A) They are long-acting benzodiazepines.
• B) They inhibit liver enzymes from breaking down long-acting benzodiazepines.
• C) They inhibit liver enzymes from breaking down short-acting benzodiazepines.
• D) They result in decreased absorption of medications.

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