dosage

Definition of dosagenext
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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 While the peptide’s risks and side effects are few, and its effects on mouse metabolism compelling, no one knows how long-term use affects humans yet, or what formula or dosage would be most effective. Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 On TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, users document alleged reta journeys, discuss dosages and direct followers toward suppliers. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Aug. 2026 They are required to have the same active ingredient, strength, dosage form, route of administration, and quality standards. Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026 The choice of a supplement may depend on personal preferences such as flavor, dosage form (tablets, capsules, chewables, or liquid), and budget. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dosage
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  • That extra dose of voyeurism, for an audience that’s constantly being let in on deep and awkward personal secrets from these characters, can happen because of the beautifully overstuffed roadhouse setting designed by Tim Mackabee.
    Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Yes, Venice provides a glamorous, high-profile red carpet, a heady dose of prestige with its long and glittering history, and a Golden Lion win can sometimes pave the way to a best-picture Oscar.
    Radhika Seth, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2026

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“Dosage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dosage. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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