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Extended Release
ERgeneral
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;Looking for more healthcare terms?
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