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food and drug interactions, adverse health effects of certain combinations of foods and medications. Examples include reduced activity of drug-metabolizing enzymes (e.g., grapefruit juice is an inhibitor), and interference with the absorption of the drug (e.g., calcium inhibits tetracycline absorption from the GI tract). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Warfarin has multiple food and drug interactions, as well. Limitations of VKAs include a slow onset of action, a narrow therapeutic window necessitating regular coagulation monitoring and dose adjustment, and multiple food and drug interactions. |
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