The nurse is providing patient education for saquinavir (Fortovase). The nurse should instruct the patient to avoid which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Acetaminophen
b. St. John's wort
c. Fluoxetine
d. Garlic
e. Calcium
ANS: B, D
Patients taking saquinavir should avoid St. John's wort and garlic because they can reduce levels of saquinavir.
There are no known drug interactions with acetaminophen, fluoxetine, or calcium.
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