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How often can the dosage of valproate be increased?
How often can the dosage of valproate be increased?
- Every 4 days
- Every 3 days (correct)
- Every 2 days
- Every 5 days
What is the initial dosage of valproate when the treatment is started?
What is the initial dosage of valproate when the treatment is started?
- 1,250 mg three times daily
- 500 mg three times daily
- 2,500 mg three times daily
- 250 mg three times daily (correct)
What is the typical daily dosage range of valproate for most patients?
What is the typical daily dosage range of valproate for most patients?
- 1,000–2,000 mg
- 2,500–3,500 mg
- 500–1,000 mg
- 1,250–2,500 mg (correct)
When can serum levels of valproate be obtained?
When can serum levels of valproate be obtained?
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How much can the dosage of valproate be increased at a time?
How much can the dosage of valproate be increased at a time?
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What is the initial frequency of carbamazepine administration?
What is the initial frequency of carbamazepine administration?
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After how many days is the frequency of carbamazepine administration increased?
After how many days is the frequency of carbamazepine administration increased?
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What is the target range for anticonvulsant blood levels of carbamazepine?
What is the target range for anticonvulsant blood levels of carbamazepine?
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What is the typical daily dosage range of carbamazepine for most patients?
What is the typical daily dosage range of carbamazepine for most patients?
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Has a dose-response curve been established for carbamazepine?
Has a dose-response curve been established for carbamazepine?
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