Which of the following increases the risk of toxicity when a drug with narrow therapeutic index is given with a strong CYP inhibitor?
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Correct answer: Decreased hepatic clearance
A strong CYP inhibitor decreases hepatic clearance, raising drug levels — especially problematic for drugs with narrow therapeutic windows, increasing risk of toxicity.
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