A patient who is beginning a new cholesterol-lowering drug tells you he plans to take this drug in the evening with his usual glass of grapefruit juice. What is your best response?
A)"The vitamin C in grapefruit juice enhances the action of cholesterol-lowering drugs."
B)"The acid environment of grapefruit juice promotes drug metabolism."
C)"Taking grapefruit juice can reduce the effectiveness of the drug."
D)"Taking grapefruit juice can increase the absorption of the drug."

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Grapefruit juice can reduce the effectiveness of cholesterol-lowering drugs by decreasing their absorption and increasing their elimination from the body. It is recommended to avoid grapefruit juice while on these types of medications.

A Patient Who Is Beginning a New Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Tells