After the administration of rifampin, what should be included in patient education? Select all that apply.
A) Take dose at the same time daily.
B) Avoid use of soft contact while taking rifampin.
C) If taking oral contraceptives, an alternate form should be used.
D) Keep medication refrigerated until time of use.
E) Notify patient that bodily fluids such as sweat, urine, saliva, and feces may turn reddish-orange in color.

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A) Taking the dose at the same time daily helps maintain therapeutic levels in the blood.
B) Soft contact lenses may be stained by the medication, so patients should use glasses instead.
C) Rifampin can decrease the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, so an alternate form of contraception should be used.
D) Rifampin does not need to be refrigerated.
E) Rifampin can cause bodily fluids to turn reddish-orange, which can be alarming to patients but is harmless. It is important for patients to be aware of this potential side effect.

After the Administration of Rifampin, What Should Be Included in Patient