62-year-old patient is receiving methyltestosterone (Methitest), 200 mg PO daily, for palliation of breast cancer. She asks you why she is taking this particular medication and expresses concern that this medication, like other medications she has taken for treatment of the cancer, will make her feel ill. What should you tell her?

62-year-old patient is receiving methyltestosterone (Methitest), 200 mg PO daily, for palliation of breast cancer. She asks you why she is taking this particular medication and expresses concern that this medication, like other medications she has taken for treatment of the cancer, will make her feel ill. What should you tell her?

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

7th Edition

ISBN:9781305441620

Author:WOODROW

Publisher:WOODROW

Chapter24: Reproductive System Drug

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