as in doses
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 dosages
Most bottles contain the same number of pieces, usually 30 to 180, but could have varying dosages.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
More research is needed to determine the most effective strains and their optimal dosages for GERD.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
One trans woman named Fantasia Horton, incarcerated in Phillips State Prison, had been receiving hormone therapy since 2019 but was completely cut off following the law, despite being told that her dosages would gradually decrease before ending, according to the Center for Constitutional Rights.
—Candice Norwood, Them., 11 Aug. 2025
However, higher dosages or additional supplementation may be necessary.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025
By 2016, it was estimated at 74 million, up 20% in a decade, though radiologists say dosages of radiation per scan have declined.
—Joanne Kenen, NBC News, 8 Mar. 2025
In practical terms, sipping a beverage often feels more social than lighting up, and with so many flavors and dosages on offer, consumers can tailor the experience to their comfort level.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Weight-loss medications in personalized treatment plans from Hims & Hers include individualized titration schedules and dosages that serve each individual’s specific needs and preferences.
—Outside Online, 4 Mar. 2025
In 1978, 3M fed monkeys various dosages of two PFAS compounds, called PFOS and PFOA.
—Ethan Baron, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
More research is needed to determine the most effective strains and their optimal dosages for GERD.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
One trans woman named Fantasia Horton, incarcerated in Phillips State Prison, had been receiving hormone therapy since 2019 but was completely cut off following the law, despite being told that her dosages would gradually decrease before ending, according to the Center for Constitutional Rights.
—Candice Norwood, Them., 11 Aug. 2025
However, higher dosages or additional supplementation may be necessary.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025
By 2016, it was estimated at 74 million, up 20% in a decade, though radiologists say dosages of radiation per scan have declined.
—Joanne Kenen, NBC News, 8 Mar. 2025
In practical terms, sipping a beverage often feels more social than lighting up, and with so many flavors and dosages on offer, consumers can tailor the experience to their comfort level.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Weight-loss medications in personalized treatment plans from Hims & Hers include individualized titration schedules and dosages that serve each individual’s specific needs and preferences.
—Outside Online, 4 Mar. 2025
In 1978, 3M fed monkeys various dosages of two PFAS compounds, called PFOS and PFOA.
—Ethan Baron, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dosages
doses
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Four doses of the polio vaccine or three if the third dose was given after the age of 4.—
Lily Altavena,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Two doses are 97% effective against measles, while one dose is 93% effective.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Dosages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dosages. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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