A client is prescribed trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole for a urinary tract infection. Which of the following instructions would not be appropriate for this medication?
1. Complete all the medication even if you feel better.
2. Drink extra water during the day.
3. Take on an empty stomach with water.
4. Take with an antacid.
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This medication does not need to be taken with an antacid. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) should be taken on an empty stomach with water. The client should consume extra water to prevent sedimentation in the urine and calculus formation. All medication should be taken to treat and eliminate the infection.
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