You receive a drug information question from a physician who…
You receive a drug information question from a physician who wants to use ferrous sulfate for the off-label treatment of restless legs syndrome in their patient. You find a study that suggests 130 mg of elemental iron per day for the treatment of restless legs syndrome. How many tablets (tabs) of ferrous sulfate 325 mg would the patient need to take per day to ensure they are receiving the recommended dose of 130 mg of elemental iron? Please round the final answer to the nearest whole number. (MW FeSO4•7H20= 278, Atomic weight Fe = 56) [x] tabs
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