Interaction between antipsychotic medications and which of the following drugs is particularly problematic because it may inhibit the metabolism of antipsychotics?
a. caffeine
b. chlorpromazine
c. cimetidine
d. epinephrine
C
Cimetidine has a problematic interaction with antipsychotic medications because it may inhibit metabolism of antipsychotics. This can result in increased levels of the drug in the body and increased effects. Tagamet is the brand name of cimetidine, and can be purchased over the counter. It is used to treat dyspepsia.
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