The nurse is providing education to a group of patients who are HIV positive. The nurse is discussing the various medications used to treat HIV infection. A patient asks about nevirapine [Viramune]. Which statements by the nurse most accurately reflect the facts about nevirapine?
A) "Some herbal preparations can reduce the levels of this drug."
B) "This agent can damage the liver; therefore, liver function tests are needed periodically."
C) "Usually no adverse effects occur when this medication is used alone."
D) "The drug must be dosed five times per day at evenly spaced intervals."
E) "You should call your healthcare provider immediately if you develop a rash."
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