A patient is receiving memantine (Namenda) 10 mg PO daily. The patient is unable to swallow pills, so an oral solution that contains 2 mg/mL is ordered. How much will the patient receive per dose?

Name: A patient is receiving memantine (Namenda) 10 mg PO daily. The patient is unable to swallow pills, so an oral solution that contains 2 mg/mL is ordered. How much will the patient receive per dose?
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The Answer is 5 mL
2 mg : 1 mL :: 10 mg : x mL
(2 × x) = (1 × 10); 2x = 10; x = 5mL

A Patient Is Receiving Memantine (Namenda) 10 Mg PO Daily