Nutrient-drug interactions caused by anticonvulsants such as phenobarbital used to treat seizures are most likely to result in ____.?

A) ?poor absorption of nutrients such as iron
B) ?poor absorption of the drug when taken with grapefruit
C) ?reduced metabolism of vitamins
D) ?enhanced excretion of potassium and other electrolytes


C

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b. selenium.
c. vitamin B12.
d. iron and copper.
e. vitamin B6.

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A. manganese B. tyramine C. lactulose D. octopamine E. phenylethanolamine

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A) ?high fat, low protein B) ?high protein, low fat C) ?high carbohydrate, low fat D) ?balanced protein, fat, and carbohydrate

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