A patient addicted to a barbiturate is prescribed phenobarbital 10 mg po tid to help with withdrawal symptoms. The pharmacy stocks phenobarbital elixir 20 mg per 5 mL. How many mL must the patient drink in order to obtain the correct dose?
A. 1.5 mL
B. 2.5 mL
C. 3.5 mL
D. 4.5 mL
Answer: B
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