A physician ordered Ibuprofen 800 mg #120, 1 tab QID. Which of the following ancillary labels should be placed on the medication container?
Keep refrigerated
Protect from light and heat
Take at least 1 hour before meals
Take with food or milk
Take with food or milk
Rationale: Since gastrointestinal complaints are the most common side effects related to ibuprofen use, the patient may be at particular risk to the high dosage that was prescribed. Therefore, it should be taken with food or milk, and not on an empty stomach. Ibuprofen does not have refrigeration or light/heat requirements, and taking it at least 1 hour before meals is contraindicated.
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