tetracyclines, atenolol Ca++, with long term use, assess GI and renal status, Adverse effects Take 1 hr before or 2 after other meds Chew completely and follow with 8 oz of water Notify HCP is constipation or bloody diarrhea develops Discard out-of-date antacids Do not use longer than 2 weeks Rationale for drug choice: this drug therapy for GERD is antacid prior to prescriptions meds. They are available OTC, easy access and cost-effective. They are immediate release. If ineffective, PPIs or H2 blockers…
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