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nevelica · **on:** Aug 19, 2018

James is discharged on day five, in good condition with a plan to decrease cholesterol in his diet. He returns for a checkup in 3 months to find out his cholesterol level is 625. The physician plans to order a cholesterol-lowering drug: simvastatin (Zocor) or atorvastatin (Lipitor). Research these drugs for potential food-drug interactions. Identify the interactions.

Question 2

What two conditions can be relieved by eating high-fiber foods?
A) morning sickness and weight gain
B) hypertension and heartburn
C) hypertension and anemia
D) constipation and hemorrhoids

patma1981 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Lipitor may increase serum digoxin levels, oral contraceptive levels, and the effects of warfarin. Zocor interacts with grapefruit and its juice, and these should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

D