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Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions 7th Edition by Ruth Woodrow,Bruce Colbert ,David Smith

Edition 7ISBN: 978-1285077888
book Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions 7th Edition by Ruth Woodrow,Bruce Colbert ,David Smith cover

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions 7th Edition by Ruth Woodrow,Bruce Colbert ,David Smith

Edition 7ISBN: 978-1285077888
Exercise 12
GASTROINTESTINAL DRUGS Derek Washington, a 42-year-old male, has called his physician's office to discuss an issue with the advice nurse. He has had diarrhea for the past 24h and would like a recommendation for a medication to relieve this condition.
Question
The advice nurse suggests that Derek take some Pepto-Bismol, following the medication's label dosages. Which side effect may occur if he takes an amount over the recommended dosage
A) Dehydration
B) Excessive thirst
C) Hypoglycemia
D) Black discoloration of the tongue and stool
Explanation
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Hence, the option (a) is incorrect.
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