Why Do the Most Common Side Effects of Any Bile

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Multiple Choice

Why do the most common side effects of any bile acid sequestrant include bloating,abdominal discomfort,and constipation?

• A) Many patients are lactose intolerant and these drugs contain lactose.
• B) Bile acid sequestrants exert their effects directly in the intestinal tract.
• C) The action of bile acid sequestrants on the liver releases bile into the intestinal tract.
• D) The drugs inhibit the absorption of dietary fiber,increasing its concentration and effects in the intestinal tract.

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