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Extended Release

ER
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

A formulation designed to release medication slowly over an extended period.

Standard Abbreviation

ER

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  er VARCHAR(100),  -- Extended Release
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  er as extended_release
FROM claims;

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