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02 - Sig 1
Abbreviations: Location, Quantity, Drug Modifiers
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| OPH / Ophthalmic | Eye |
| OD | Right eye |
| OS | Left eye |
| OU | Both eyes |
| Otic | Ear |
| AD | Right ear |
| AS | Left ear |
| AU | Both ears |
| QTY | Quantity |
| mL / CC | Milliliter / Cubic centimeter |
| G / Gm | Gram |
| Mg | Milligram |
| Mcg | Microgram |
| Oz | Ounce |
| Fl oz | Fluid ounce |
| Gr | Grain |
| IU | International Unit |
| QS | Sufficient quantity |
| SS | One-half |
| IR | Immediate release |
| ER / XR / XL | Extended release |
| CR | Controlled release |
| SR | Sustained release |
| DR | Delayed release |
| LA | Long acting |
| EC | Enteric coated |
| ODT | Orally disintegrating tablet |
| DS | Double Strength |