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 Doctors may recommend increasing your dosage under certain circumstances. Korin Miller, SELF, 30 Mar. 2026 Depending on the dosage, consumption can cause stimulant effects in low dosages and sedative effects in high doses, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration in 2020. Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 26 Mar. 2026 That compares with Novo’s retail price of between 8,800 and 10,000 rupees in India, depending on the dosage. Priyanka Salve,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2026 For parents considering using OTC allergy medicine for their kids for the first time, WebMD recommends speaking with their pediatrician regarding dosage, when to take allergy medicine and which formula is best for specific ages. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dosage
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  • You may be prescribed high-dose vitamin D when blood levels are significantly low.
    T'Keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026

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“Dosage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dosage. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.

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