[Expert Solution]: Table 1 Equianalgesic Doses…

Table 1 Equianalgesic Doses (mg)DrugParenteralOralMorphine1030Buprenorphine0.30.4 (sl)Codeine100200Fentanyl0.1NAHydrocodoneNA30Hydromorphone1.57.5Meperidine100300Oxycodone1020Oxymorphone110Tramadol100120 3. An ordering physician wants to know the proper dose of oral hydrocodone to prescribe their patient. Hydrocodone ER capsules are available in the following strengths: 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, and 50 mg. You cannot split capsules. They are currently receiving fentanyl 75 mcg IV q2h.Assume 25% dose reduction for incomplete cross-tolerance. Calculate how many milligrams of ER hydrocodone should be given by mouth every 12 hours. Round to the most appropriate dose based on available capsule strengths.