It is very important that you understand the effects of food on drugs and drug side effects as well as time of action of the drug. Do you remember the doctor/pharmacist giving you drugs then instructing- "to be taken with food", 'take before meal', 'take 3hours after meal', etc? A these instructions highlight the important relationshp between drugs and your food as well as drug absorption and drug side effect.

For example,
The benefits of taking certain drugs with or after food include
· reduced side effects of the drugs (e.g. less stomach discomfort from some anti-inflammatory pains killers when taken after meals)
· enhancing the drugs effects and actions because of enhanced absorption
On the other hand taking certain drugs without food can lead to harmful effect which include
· increased frequency and severity of side effects
· decreased or delayed effects and actions of drugs
Because of their different properties, the Pharmacist may also advise that certain drugs be taken on an empty stomach or away from meals so as to enhance their effect and safety.
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