The patient receives amiodarone (Cordarone). The nurse would be concerned about which additional medication that a consulting physician might order?
1. Oxycodone (OxyContin)
2. Omeprazole (Prilosec)
3. Digoxin (Lanoxin)
4. Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Amiodarone (Cordarone) can increase serum digoxin (Lanoxin) levels by as much as 70%, resulting in digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity. Oxycodone (OxyContin) has no interactions with amiodarone (Cordarone). Fluoxetine (Prozac) has no interactions with amiodarone (Cordarone). Omeprazole (Prilosec) has no interactions with amiodarone (Cordarone).
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