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When counseling a patient newly prescribed methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis, what is a key safety message?
Methotrexate is hepatotoxic, and concomitant alcohol consumption significantly increases the risk of liver damage. Patients must be strongly advised to avoid al
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Question: When counseling a patient newly prescribed methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis, what is a key safety message?
Answer options: ✅ Avoid alcohol completely due to liver toxicity risk
- Take with dairy products to improve absorption
- It can be stopped abruptly if side effects occur
- Expect immediate pain relief within a few days
Correct answer: Avoid alcohol completely due to liver toxicity risk
Explanation: Methotrexate is hepatotoxic, and concomitant alcohol consumption significantly increases the risk of liver damage. Patients must be strongly advised to avoid alcohol.
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