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the amount of a medicine, drug, or vitamin that should be taken at one time or regularly during a period of time
Each tablet has the dosage necessary to reduce pain and swelling. Some patients may benefit from a larger dosage of this medication. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
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Recent Examples of dosage
His survival is likely due to the dosage, which looked quite small.
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Randall Colburn, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
This scent can vary in intensity depending on your metabolism, dosage, and overall hydration.2
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—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025
The most notable improvements occurred after a daily dosage of 15 milligrams of ACV for over eight weeks.3
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—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 1 Apr. 2025
If medications seem to be contributing, ask your doctor about adjusting dosages or timing.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
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Randall Colburn, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
This scent can vary in intensity depending on your metabolism, dosage, and overall hydration.2
2.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025
The most notable improvements occurred after a daily dosage of 15 milligrams of ACV for over eight weeks.3
5.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 1 Apr. 2025
If medications seem to be contributing, ask your doctor about adjusting dosages or timing.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dosage
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However, before trying a turmeric coffee, know there is a potential for some mild side effects, especially if turmeric is used in higher doses.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
28 Apr. 2025
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Participants each ingested a brownie containing various doses of Delta-8 or Delta-9, or a placebo, with researchers recording cannabinoid concentration in blood, subjective drug effects, cognitive and psychomotor performance, and vital signs.—
Matt Hubbard,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Dosage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dosage. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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