A patient has begun taking antiasthmatic drugs. The patient should avoid excessive intake of what beverage?
A) Coffee
B) Grapefruit
C) Green tea
D) Acai juice
A
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Patients taking antiasthmatic drugs should generally avoid excessive intake of caffeine-containing fluids such as coffee, tea, and cola drinks. These beverages may increase bronchodilation but also may increase heart rate and cause palpitations, nervousness, and insomnia with bronchodilating drugs.
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