dosage

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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. 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 See All Example Sentences 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
  • 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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