What medication obtained in a patient's history will lessen the effects of warfarin (Coumadin)?
a. Iron supplement for anemia
b. Simvastatin (Zocor) for the control of cholesterol
c. Furosemide (Lasix) for fluid retention
d. Yaz (drospirenone/estradiol) as an oral contraceptive
D
Oral contraceptives lessen the effects of warfarin (Coumadin).
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