Hydromorphone hydrochloride supposi- tories contain 3 mg of active ingredient and weigh approximately 2 grams each. What is the equivalent percentage strength?

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39. Hydromorphone hydrochloride supposi-
tories contain 3 mg of active ingredient
and weigh approximately 2 grams each.
What is the equivalent percentage
strength?
(a) 1.5%
(b) 0.15%
(c) 0.015%
(d) none of the above
39. (b) 0.15%
Transcribed Image Text:39. Hydromorphone hydrochloride supposi- tories contain 3 mg of active ingredient and weigh approximately 2 grams each. What is the equivalent percentage strength? (a) 1.5% (b) 0.15% (c) 0.015% (d) none of the above 39. (b) 0.15%
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