title: Food-drug interactions: Putting evidence into practice.
abstract: Food-drug interactions occur more often than thought. This manuscript describes the most common interactions the NP may encounter in primary care practice. A thorough and detailed health history and dietary recall are essential for identifying potential problems when prescribing or evaluating medication efficacy. Prevention and education are vital.
authors.affiliation: Jo Ann L. Nicoteri is an assistant professor, Department of Nursing, and a Family Nurse Practitioner in Student Health Services, University of Scranton, Scranton, Pa.
authors.forename: Jo Ann L
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Nicoteri
mesh_terms: D055318:Evidence-Based Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D018565:Food-Drug Interactions; D006801:Humans; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D059017:Primary Care Nursing