A patient with osteoarthritis has been prescribed meloxicam (Mobic). Which of the following instructions should the patient be given?
A) Take the medication with orange juice.
B) Crush enteric-coated tablets to aid swallowing.
C) Take the medication with food.
D) Take the medication at bedtime.
C
Feedback:
Meloxicam should be taken with food. Enteric-coated tablets are never crushed, and it is not always necessary to take this medication at bedtime. Orange juice is not of particular benefit.
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