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Which of the following statements is true about the prescription for Asacol (mesalazine) 800mg MR tablets?
Which of the following statements is true about the prescription for Asacol (mesalazine) 800mg MR tablets?
- The dosing directions require taking 2.4g daily in two divided doses for the first two weeks
- The dosing directions require taking 1.6g daily in three divided doses for the first two weeks
- The prescription is for an 8-week supply of Asacol tablets (correct)
- The prescription is for a 4-week supply of Asacol tablets
How many Asacol tablets should be taken per day during the first two weeks of the prescription?
How many Asacol tablets should be taken per day during the first two weeks of the prescription?
- 0.8g in two divided doses
- 2.4g in two divided doses
- 1.6g in two divided doses
- 2.4g in three divided doses (correct)
How many Asacol tablets are required to fulfill the prescription?
How many Asacol tablets are required to fulfill the prescription?
- 240 tablets
- 672 tablets
- 336 tablets (correct)
- 448 tablets
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