boluses

Definition of bolusesnext
plural of bolus

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Noun
  • One study suggested that patients should be prescribed three or four doses, as well as an additional dose in case it’s needed.
    Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
  • Those assigned to higher doses worked their way up to the highest dose.
    Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Thyroid medication dosages also sometimes need to be adjusted.
    Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
  • Opponents to the bills worry the policy puts the administration of lethal drug dosages on the same footing as other forms of treatment, adding new cost-benefit pressures on patients, their doctors, facilities and insurers.
    CBS News, CBS News, 28 May 2026
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“Boluses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boluses. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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