A patient is prescribed 500 mg of amoxicillin (Amoxil). The amoxicillin on hand is a liquid with a concentration of 250 mg in 5 mL. How many milliliters is the correct dose for this patient?

a. 10
b. 25
c. 50
d. 100


ANS: A

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