Which of the Following Instructions Should Be Given to a Patient

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following instructions should be given to a patient receiving treatment with delavirdine (Rescriptor) ?

• A) It must be taken with meals to maximize absorption and bioavailability.
• B) It must be taken on an empty stomach or 2 hours after a meal.
• C) It must be taken 1 hour before antacids.
• D) None of these are correct.

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