A patient who is newly prescribed an antidepressant drug is also taking St. John's wort. What instruction do you give this patient?
A. "Take double the dose of the St. John's wort."
B. "You can continue taking the St. John's wort."
C. "Take half the dose of the St. John's wort since you are now taking an antidepressant drug."
D. "Stop taking the St. John's wort."
Answer: D. "Stop taking the St. John's wort."
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