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Amiodarone max cumulative dose is ____

A)450mg
B)750mg
C)250mg
D)350mg

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Final answer:

The maximum cumulative dose mentioned in the question does not correspond to any of the given options. Amiodarone cumulative doses are typically measured in grams and can exceed 400 grams, with the risk of toxicity dependent on individual patient factors and monitoring.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student is asking about the maximum cumulative dose for the medication amiodarone. None of the options given (A) 450 mg, (B) 750 mg, (C) 250 mg, or (D) 350 mg, is correct for the maximum cumulative dose of amiodarone. Instead, the term 'cumulative dose' typically refers to the total amount of a medication given over a period of time, which can be much higher than a single dose limit and is often measured in grams for amiodarone. The maximum cumulative dose is not easily defined, as it can vary based on individual patient factors and treatment protocols. In the context of long-term therapy, amiodarone has been known to lead to toxicity at cumulative doses greater than 400 grams, rather than milligrams. Therefore, while there is a concern with cumulative doses and toxicity with long-term use, stating an exact 'maximum' cumulative dose can be misleading without specific context pertaining to treatment duration and patient monitoring.

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