Which of the following instructions should be given to a patient receiving treatment with delavirdine (Rescriptor)?
A. It must be taken 1 hour before antacids.
B. It must be taken on an empty stomach or 2 hours after a meal.
C. It must be taken with meals to maximize absorption and bioavailability.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: A
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