A patient who has been taking cimetidine (Tagamet) for a year has all of the following symptoms. Which symptom does the nurse report immediately to the prescriber?
a. Darkened urine and white stool
b. Altered food taste and dry mouth
c. Weekly constipation with bloating
d. Reduced interest in sexual activity
A
Cimetidine can cause drug-induced hepatitis. Dark urine and white stool are symptoms of liver problems and should be investigated immediately before any damage becomes permanent. It is likely the drug will need to be discontinued.
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