Asked by Wanesha Brown on May 27, 2024
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How much erythromycin is contained in each milliliter of the erythromycin ethylsuccinate according to the package label?
A) 20 mg
B) 40 mg
C) 50 mg
D) 100 mg
E) 200 mg
Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate
An ester of erythromycin suitable for oral administration, used as an antibiotic to treat various bacterial infections.
Package Label
Information found on a package, providing details about the product, its use, and safety instructions.
Milliliter
A unit of volume in the metric system, equivalent to one thousandth of a liter.
- Make use of knowledge in pharmacology measurements and conversions to precisely determine the appropriate medication dosages.
Verified Answer
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Harjinder singghJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Erythromycin ethylsuccinate oral suspension typically contains 200 mg of erythromycin per 5 mL, which equates to 40 mg per mL.
Learning Objectives
- Make use of knowledge in pharmacology measurements and conversions to precisely determine the appropriate medication dosages.