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burchfield96

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on: Jul 23, 2018
What is the main goal of therapy with uric acid synthesis inhibitors for gouty arthritis?
 
  a. Reducing pain
  b. Curing the disease
  c. Slowing of joint damage
  d. Reducing uric acid levels to zero

Question 2

What is the maximum daily oral dose of allopurinol (Zyloprim) for an adult?
 
  a. 100 mg
  b. 400 mg
  c. 800 mg
  d. 1200 mg


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cici

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


burchfield96

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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