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A Patient Has a New Prescription for Sibutramine (Meridia)as Part

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A patient has a new prescription for sibutramine (Meridia) as part of his treatment for weight loss.What important information should the nurse tell this patient about sibutramine?


A) This medication should be taken after meals to enhance the effect.
B) Taking one glass of wine at night will counteract the stimulant effects and allow for sleep.
C) Missed doses should be taken with the next meal to maintain sufficient blood levels of the medication.
D) Other sources of central nervous system (CNS) stimulants,such as coffee,tea,and colas,should be avoided while on this medication.

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