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Doctor's order reads "Biaxin $500 \mathrm{mg}$ twice a day for 10 days." Only $250 \mathrm{mg}$-tablets are available. How many tablets should be dispensed and what instruction should be given to the patient?
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Since the doctor ordered 500 mg twice a day for 10 days, the total amount needed is: $500 mg \times 2 \times 10 = 10,000 mg$ Show more…
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