Extended-release formulations:
A) Are designed to deliver the dose over a longer interval than an immediate-release (IR) product.
B) Can improve patient compliance and ultimately result in better health.
C) Are a cause of medication errors if crushed or administered in place of IR doses.
D) All of the above factors are related to extended-release formulations.

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Extended-release formulations are indeed designed to deliver medication over a longer period compared to immediate-release products, which can improve patient compliance by reducing the frequency of dosing. Additionally, crushing or improperly substituting them for immediate-release doses can lead to medication errors, such as dose dumping or inadequate dosing.

Extended-Release Formulations