The patient prescribed nizatidine (Axid) chooses to take the medication once a day at bedtime. What dosage will the nurse administer?
A) 150 to 300 mg
B) 100 to 125 mg
C) 20 to 40 mg
D) 5 to 7.5 mg
A
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The dosage for nizatidine, when taken PO only at bedtime, is 150 to 300 mg. Options B, C, and D are not correct.
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