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Which of the following is NOT a potential risk associated with grapefruit juice consumption when taking medications?
Which of the following is NOT a potential risk associated with grapefruit juice consumption when taking medications?
- Decreased efficacy of certain medications
- Increased risk of photosensitivity reactions (correct)
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Increased absorption of CYP3A4-metabolized drugs
If a patient reports difficulty sleeping and asks about taking two 8 mg doses of Ramelteon, what would be the appropriate advice?
If a patient reports difficulty sleeping and asks about taking two 8 mg doses of Ramelteon, what would be the appropriate advice?
- Advise them to take the two 8 mg doses, as it may improve sleep quality.
- Advise them to consult their physician before adjusting the dose.
- Suggest increasing the dose to 16 mg, as higher doses are generally more effective for insomnia.
- Recommend taking only the prescribed 8 mg dose, as higher doses have not been studied for efficacy and safety. (correct)
Which of the following statements about the use of antidepressants for insomnia is INCORRECT?
Which of the following statements about the use of antidepressants for insomnia is INCORRECT?
- Mirtazapine is typically prescribed at doses of 7.5-15 mg per night for insomnia.
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed off-label for insomnia.
- Mirtazapine and trazodone are commonly prescribed at low doses for insomnia.
- Trazodone is typically prescribed at doses of 25-50 mg per night for insomnia. (correct)
Which of the following statements regarding Advil PM and Tylenol PM is CORRECT?
Which of the following statements regarding Advil PM and Tylenol PM is CORRECT?
Which of the following medications is FDA-approved for the treatment of insomnia?
Which of the following medications is FDA-approved for the treatment of insomnia?
If a patient presents with a prescription for Provigil (modafinil) 200 mg to be taken every 6 hours in the evening, what is the most likely indication?
If a patient presents with a prescription for Provigil (modafinil) 200 mg to be taken every 6 hours in the evening, what is the most likely indication?
Which of the following is considered the preferred treatment for chronic insomnia?
Which of the following is considered the preferred treatment for chronic insomnia?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended non-pharmacological option for treating insomnia?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended non-pharmacological option for treating insomnia?
Which of the following statements about the risks associated with alcohol consumption and medications for insomnia is CORRECT?
Which of the following statements about the risks associated with alcohol consumption and medications for insomnia is CORRECT?
Which of the following statements regarding the use of mirtazapine and trazodone for insomnia is INCORRECT?
Which of the following statements regarding the use of mirtazapine and trazodone for insomnia is INCORRECT?
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