The phrase "an extended release" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in the context of pharmaceuticals to describe a formulation that releases a drug slowly over time.
Example: "The doctor prescribed an extended release version of the medication to ensure consistent levels in the bloodstream throughout the day."
Alternatives: "a prolonged release" or "a sustained release".
American College of Chest Physicians said the combination of aspirin and an extended release dipyridamole capsule, which is marketed under the name Aggrenox, may also be more effective than a similar drug, clopidogrel, at preventing recurrence of strokes.
Modified release (MR) tacrolimus is an extended release formulation administered once daily.
Modified release (MR) tacrolimus is an extended release formulation administered once daily (qD).
Secondly, an extended release low dosage tablet was followed for 7 h resulting in a linear dissolution profile.
Ozurdex is a biodegradable implant that delivers an extended release of a corticosteroid via intravitreal injection with Allergan 's Novadur solid polymer delivery system.
The purpose of this work was to develop an extended release matrix tablet of nicorandil; a freely water soluble drug used in cardiovascular diseases.
Liposomal bupivacaine is an extended-release formulation of bupivacaine designed to provide extended pain relief, approved for use in a single surgical site.
However, if the AED is reformulated as an extended-release (XR) preparation, drug input may be prolonged relative to its immediate-release (IR) counterpart.
Alex then "took an extended-release Adderall" and worked productively on the paper all night.
Inside lay a six-pack of Red Bull, an extended-release Xanax, and a gray square.
Niaspan is an extended-release prescription form of niacin that, unlike over-the-counter supplements, releases the ingredient in a controlled form to reduce side effects, Abbott says.
