A diabetic patient who is receiving treatment for HIV with raltegravir (Isentress) asks you how this drug may affect his diabetes. What is your best response?
A) "This drug will not interact with your diabetic drugs."
B) "You will need to increase your carbohydrate intake while on this drug."
C) "Monitor your glucose levels, as this drug can increase blood glucose levels."
D) "Keep hard candy with you at all times, as this drug can cause hypoglycemia."
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