[Answered]: Many older adults use bioactive substances in…

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 in chapter 9 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?