Compute the amount of medication you will give to administer one dose of the following orders. Assume all tablets are scored, when necessary
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The problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medications, and other factors.
Order: Axid 0.15 g p.o. b.i.d.
Supply: Bottle containing 60 capsules of Axid, 150 mg per capsule
Give:
__________ capsule(s)
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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