To What Does the Abbreviation "SR" in the Drug Name

question 9

Multiple Choice

To what does the abbreviation "SR" in the drug name "Verapamil SR" refer?

• A) a reconstituted suspension
• B) a sustained-release formulation
• C) for use in male patents only
• D) a smaller, easier to swallow dosage form

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Definitions:

Cathode

The electrode in a battery or electrochemical cell towards which positive ions move, typically where reduction reactions take place.

Diode

An electronic component that allows current to flow in one direction only, functioning as a one-way valve in electrical circuits.

Negative Lead

An electrical connection that serves as the return path for current in a circuit, often marked with a minus (-) symbol or black color in electronics.