Medication Days Supply Calculator
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The Medication Days Supply Calculator is designed to determine how long a prescribed medication will last based on the total quantity provided and the daily dosage. This is useful for patients, pharmacists, and healthcare providers to ensure accurate medication management.
How It Works
- Total Quantity of Medication: The total units of medication (e.g., tablets, capsules) provided.
- Daily Dosage: The number of units taken per day.
The formula for calculating the days supply is: \[ \text{Days Supply} = \frac{\text{Total Quantity}}{\text{Daily Dosage}} \]
Example Calculation
If you have 90 tablets and the prescribed dosage is 3 tablets per day: \[ \text{Days Supply} = \frac{90}{3} = 30 \text{ days} \]
FAQs
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What if I take different doses on different days?
- In such cases, you can calculate the average daily dosage to estimate the days supply.
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Why is it important to know the days supply?
- Knowing the days supply helps in timely refills, ensures medication adherence, and prevents interruptions in treatment.