Patients Taking OTC and Complementary Medication May

question 4

Multiple Choice

Patients taking OTC and complementary medication may:

• A) have adverse drug interactions if they are also taking prescription medications.
• B) not discuss the OTC or complementary medicines with their health provider as they do not consider them important.
• C) attempt self-diagnosis and treatment prior to consulting their doctor.
• D) all of the above.

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