Questions: (Chapter 9) Question 1 (1 point) Adverse effects include GI manifestations, bad breath, and body odor. Increases risk of bleeding in people taking NSAIDs, warfarin, and heparin. ginkgo biloba Saw palmetto aloe vera Garlic

(Chapter 9)

Question 1 (1 point)
Adverse effects include GI manifestations, bad breath, and body odor. Increases risk of bleeding in people taking NSAIDs, warfarin, and heparin.
ginkgo biloba
Saw palmetto
aloe vera
Garlic
Transcript text: (Chapter 9) Question 1 (1 point) Adverse effects include GI manifestations, bad breath, and body odor. Increases risk of bleeding in people taking NSAIDs, warfarin, and heparin. ginkgo biloba Saw palmetto aloe vera Garlic
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The answer is the fourth one: Garlic.

Explanation for each option:

  1. Ginkgo biloba: While ginkgo biloba can increase the risk of bleeding, especially when taken with anticoagulants like warfarin, it is not typically associated with GI manifestations, bad breath, or body odor.

  2. Saw palmetto: This is primarily used for urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate and does not commonly cause the adverse effects listed in the question.

  3. Aloe vera: Aloe vera is often used for skin conditions and digestive issues, but it is not known for causing bad breath or body odor, nor does it significantly increase bleeding risk when taken with NSAIDs, warfarin, or heparin.

  4. Garlic: Garlic is known to cause gastrointestinal issues, bad breath, and body odor. It also has antiplatelet properties, which can increase the risk of bleeding, especially when taken with NSAIDs, warfarin, or heparin.

In summary, the adverse effects and interactions described in the question are most closely associated with garlic.

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