Why is it important for a patient to disclose all medications they are taking, including OTC, herbal and illegal medications? What can happen if the patient does not disclose all medications they are taking?
Importance of disclosing medications:
To avoid medication overdose( unknowingly the doctor may prescribe same medicine which is already taken by patient)
To prevent drug drug interaction ( each drug will interact with other drug differently)
To prevent side effects of the drug ( otc and illegal drugs will cause this)
What will happen if not disclosed:
It cause serious side effects to the patient due to drug interaction or overdose of medication.
Leads to organ failure
Leads to death also
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