3 Questions
How many 125mg suppositories are required for a 28-day supply of carbamazepine if the patient switches from taking 200mg tablets twice daily to 125mg suppositories four times daily?
112 suppositories
What is the bioavailability of carbamazepine tablets compared to carbamazepine suppositories?
0.8
If the patient continues to take carbamazepine tablets twice daily, how many tablets would be required for a 28-day supply?
56 tablets
Study Notes
Switching to Suppositories
- Patient switches from taking 200mg carbamazepine tablets twice daily to 125mg suppositories four times daily
- Requires calculation of 28-day supply of carbamazepine suppositories
Bioavailability
- Bioavailability of carbamazepine tablets compared to carbamazepine suppositories is unknown (needs to be determined)
Current Tablet Regimen
- Patient currently takes 200mg carbamazepine tablets twice daily
- Calculation of 28-day supply of carbamazepine tablets required
Test your pharmaceutical calculations skills with this quiz on calculating the required number of carbamazepine suppositories for a 28-day supply. Use your knowledge of bioavailability and dosing frequency to determine the correct answer. Challenge yourself with this pharmacy-related problem and see how well you can apply your math skills to real-world situations.
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