Over-the-Counter Medications and Supplements

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Which of the following is an antihistamine?

Cetirizine (Zyrtec) (correct)
Gingko
Fluticasone
Acetaminophen

Grapefruit increases the metabolism of some drugs.

False (B)

Name a pain reliever that is available over the counter.

Ibuprofen

__________ is known to increase the risk for bleeding when taken with anticoagulants.

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Match the herbs with their effects:

Cranberry = Decreases elimination of renally excreted drug Garlic = Interference with decreased blood glucose therapy St. John’s wort = Lead to serotonin syndrome if taken with other serotonergic drugs Grapefruit = Decrease metabolism of some drugs, increase duration of caffeine effects Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential interaction of garlic when taken with medication?

Decreases blood glucose therapy effectiveness (B) Signup and view all the answers

St. John's wort does not interact with serotonergic drugs.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What effect does cranberry have on renally excreted drugs?

Decreases their elimination Signup and view all the answers

__________ is an over-the-counter pain reliever commonly used for headaches.

acetaminophen Signup and view all the answers

Match the herbal supplements with their effects:

Cranberry = Decreases elimination of renally excreted drug Gingko = Increases risk for bleeding Grapefruit = Decreases metabolism of some drugs Garlic = Interferes with blood glucose therapy Signup and view all the answers

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Antihistamines

A type of over-the-counter medication used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching, and runny nose.

Garlic

A herbal supplement that can interfere with blood sugar control medications, potentially leading to unexpected changes in blood glucose levels.

Acetaminophen

A common over-the-counter pain reliever available in various forms like tablets, capsules, and liquids.

Ginkgo

A herbal supplement that can increase the risk of bleeding when taken with blood thinners or antiplatelet medications.

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St. John's Wort

A herbal supplement that can cause a dangerous condition called serotonin syndrome when taken with other medications that increase serotonin levels in the body.

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Study Notes

Over-the-Counter Medications

Antihistamines: Cetirizine (Zyrtec), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), Loratadine (Claritin)
Eyedrops: Artificial tears
Pain Relief: Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, Aspirin
Nasal Steroids: Fluticasone

Herbal and Dietary Supplements

Cranberry: Decreases the elimination of drugs excreted by the kidneys.
Garlic: Interferes with blood glucose control therapies.
Ginkgo: Increases bleeding risk when taken with anticoagulants or antiplatelets.
Grapefruit: Decreases the metabolism of some drugs, and increases the duration of caffeine's effects.
St. John's Wort: May lead to serotonin syndrome when taken with other serotonergic drugs.