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Dosage
01
the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time
02
a prescribed amount of medicine that is taken regularly
What is "dosage"?
Dosage refers to the amount of medication or treatment prescribed to be taken at one time or over a period of time. It specifies how much of a drug should be taken, how often it should be taken, and for how long. Proper dosage is important to ensure the medication is effective while minimizing the risk of side effects or overdose.
Example
Jane's physician adjusted her warfarin dosage for optimal effect.
Tim's doctor adjusted his zidovudine dosage for better virus control.
Tim's dosage of gabapentin was adjusted for better pain relief.
The pharmacist measured out the correct dosage of medication for the patient.
The pharmacist encapsulated the precise dosage of medication in a small gelatin capsule for easy ingestion.
