The recommended children's dosage of Vibramycin is 2 mg/lb of body weight daily divided in two doses on the first day. The child weighs 40 lb. Vibramycin syrup is available in 50 mg/5 mL. The amount for one dose is _______________
a. 4 mL
b. 40 mL
c. 80 mL
d. 0.8 mL
ANS: A
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