Identify herbal supplements commonly taken by older adults

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Many older adults use bioactive substances in addition to their prescribed medications with a lack of or little awareness of the possible effects of the interaction of these substances with their prescribed medications. Many clinicians are unaware of what over-the-counter supplements their patients are taking and thus little or no precautionary means are taken to prevent the potential adverse effects of drug-herb interactions as discussed of the textbook. Identify two drugs and two herbal supplements commonly taken by older adults with similar bioactivity. What changes can it cause? How would you address this with your clients?

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