Title: Explain the importance of avoiding specific drug combinations.
Course: Veterinary Science II (18105-II) > Section: Understanding Veterinary Pharmacology

Explanation should include the importance of

- knowing the adverse effects of specific drug combinations
- consulting resources about adverse effects of specific drug combinations
- obtaining an accurate medical history, including any over-the-counter drugs the animal may be receiving
- explaining drug-combination information to a client, as directed by the prescribing veterinarian.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it ultimately the responsibility of the veterinarian to identify the potential for an adverse drug interaction?
- When the veterinarian prescribes a medication, why is it important to ask a client if he or she is giving a pet any vitamins or products purchased elsewhere?
- When explaining the possible adverse effects a medication can have on an animal, what steps can be taken to ensure the client understands why he or she should not give certain medications in combination?