Asked by michelle

A patient presents a new prescription for Iqirvo 80 mg daily. Which of the following counseling points should the pharmacy technician flag for pharmacist verification?
Take on an empty stomach
Common side effects include weight gain
Store at room temperature
May be crushed if swallowing difficulty

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"May be crushed if swallowing difficulty" — flag for pharmacist verification.

Rationale: Medication-specific administration (especially crushing/splitting) can be unsafe for many formulations (enteric-coated or extended-/modified‑release). The pharmacist needs to confirm whether Iqirvo can be crushed and, if not, discuss alternatives (liquid formulation, different product, or swallowing aids).