How Frequency Settings Print on the Foil
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There are several options for drug frequency such as Daily, Fortnightly, Weekly etc. The different frequency options are represented by a symbol printing next to the drug name at the top of the foil.
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| % | Every 3rd |
| # | Alternate Days |
| * | Set Days |
| & | Fortnightly |
| @ | Monthly |
| ~ | Bi Monthly |
| ^ | Quarterly |
| ! | Twice Yearly |
| = | Yearly |
Example
In this example, Fosamax has a Set Days frequency and therefore the foil has an asterix printed next to the drug description.
