An order is written for a drug that is an adjunctive therapy for Parkinson's disease. The nurse reviews the order before administering the drug. What medication orders should the nurse question?
A) Levodopa 0.5 to 1 g/d orally in 2 divided doses
B) Amantadine (Symmetrel) 200 mg orally b.i.d.
C) Tolcapone (Tasmar) 400 mg orally t.i.d.
D) Selegiline (Carbex) 10 mg/d orally
C
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The order for tolcapone should be questioned. The maximum dose is 600 mg daily. The order is a total of 1,200 mg a day (400 times 3 equals 1,200 mg). The other options are correct dosages.
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