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Before initiating treatment for ED {Ans: a physical examination and thorough medical, social, and medication histories with emphasis on cardiac disease must be taken to assess for ability to safely perform sexual activity and to assess for possible drug interactions Diagnosis should include PE (including a check for signs of hypogonadism), medication review, Hx, and labs ( HbA1C, PSA, FLP, testosterone)}JA has multiple medical problems and is taking several drugs including theophylline, warfarin and phenytoin. His conditions were well controlled, but recently he started to experience some GI distress for which of his "well intentioned friends" gave him some medication. He presents to you with toxic effects of all his other medications and plasma levels of those medications elevated. What was most likely the medication he took? {Ans: Cimetidine}What are some drug-drug, drug-food interactions associated with thyroid replacement {Ans: drug binding interactions, di-valent cations, amiodarone, certain antibiotics}Non-pharmacologic interventions for BPH {Ans: Lifestyle modification - limiting EToH, caffeine, avoid certain medications (Table 52-4)(e.g. decongestants, androgens, etc) as well as addressing co-morbidities (weight loss, etc) Watchful waiting is the most conservative approach for patients with mild symptoms or those with moderate symptoms without bother â—¦Appropriate option for patients