Question

order: minocycline (minocin) 1g po q 12°
supply: minocin 250mg capsules, are available
how many capsules will you give? _

Explanation:

Step1: Convert grams to milligrams

Since 1g = 1000mg.

Step2: Calculate number of capsules

Divide the total required dose (1000mg) by the dose per capsule (250mg). So, $\frac{1000}{250}=4$.

Answer:

4