Drug Interactions Answers

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Why do some foods interact with drugs?

The chemicals in food can alter the concentration of some drugs.

The nutrients in food can prevent drugs from being beneficial.

The energy from food can make people no longer need the drugs.

The satisfaction people get from food gives them the strength to fight their own illnesses.

Why should caffeine not be mixed with certain drugs?

The stimulant effect of caffeine may not be administered properly when mixed with certain drugs.

The toxic effect of caffeine can cause liver damage when combined with other drugs, because caffeine is detoxified in the liver.

The toxic effect of caffeine can last forever in the body when mixed with certain drugs, causing permanent shakiness.

The stimulant effect of caffeine may not be metabolized and excreted normally when combined with certain drugs.

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