Question

A Pt is about to start taking aluminum hydroxide (Amphojel) to reduce gastric acid. Which of the following instructions should you include when talking with the Pt about taking this drug?

A. Take it with a large meal
B. Chew the tablets thoroughly
C. Take it once daily
D. Drink 4oz of water after taking it.
E. Increase fluid and fiber intake

Answer 1

When taking aluminum hydroxide (Amphojel) to reduce gastric acid, it is important to take it with a large meal, swallow the tablets whole, take it once daily, drink water afterwards, and increase fluid and fiber intake.

Step-by-step explanation:

When talking with the patient about taking aluminum hydroxide (Amphojel) to reduce gastric acid, it is important to include the following instructions:

1. Take it with a large meal to maximize its effectiveness.
2. Do not chew the tablets thoroughly as they are meant to be swallowed whole.
3. Take it once daily, as directed by the healthcare provider.
4. Drink 4oz of water after taking it to aid in its absorption.
5. Increase fluid and fiber intake to prevent constipation, a potential side effect of aluminum-containing antacids.