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Despite widespread use, many supplements carry significant risks—including hepatotoxicity, cardiovascular effects, and pharmacologic interactions—that warrant proactive screening and patient education during routine visits.

Nitrosamine impurities may increase cancer risk with long-term exposure above acceptable levels, though no immediate risk exists for patients currently taking this essential cardiovascular medication.

Magnesium interactions span critical therapeutic classes from antibiotics to osteoporosis medications, requiring systematic identification during medication reconciliation and patient counseling protocols.

Multiple system failures – nurse transcription error creating lethal dose, pharmacist failure to question extraordinary opioid amount, and institutional non-disclosure to grieving family – created perfect storm for maximum legal liability.