4 Questions
What instruction should the nurse give concerning concurrent use of Maalox with cimetidine (Tagamet)?
Take the drugs at least one hour apart.
When is the best time to give H2 histamine receptor antagonist?
Before meals and at bedtime
What is the primary action of ranitidine?
Antagonize the action of histamine at its H2 receptor site
Which antacid is least likely to cause adverse effects?
Aluminum hydroxide (Amphogel)
Test your knowledge of medication interactions with this nursing quiz. Learn about the concurrent use of Maalox and cimetidine (Tagamet) and the instructions to give to patients.
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