Avoiding side effects
Principles to prevent adverse drug reactions include:
- start with low doses
- special care in renal or hepatic disease
- special care in the elderly
- ask questions relative to potential adverse effects
- warn patients
- write clearly, e.g. micrograms
- remember drug interactions
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