When gemfibrozil and warfarin are used concomitantly, the concern is that:
a. the level of gemfibrozil will be increased.
b. the level of gemfibrozil will be lowered.
c. anticoagulant effects will be increased.
d. anticoagulation effects will be decreased.
c
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