A patient is prescribed levothyroxine sodium 0.2 mg po daily. Only 100 mcg tablets of levothyroxine sodium are available. How many tablets must be administered per dose?
A. ½ tablet
B. 1 tablet
C. 1 ½ tablets
D. 2 tablets
Answer: D
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