dosage

[ doh-sij ]

noun

1. the administration of medicine in doses.
2. the amount of medicine to be given.
3. Physics. dose.
4. the process of adding a sugar solution to champagne and other sparkling wines before final corking.

dosage

/ ˈdəʊsɪdʒ /

noun

1. the administration of a drug or agent in prescribed amounts and at prescribed intervals
2. the optimum therapeutic dose and optimum interval between doses
3. another name for dose dose

Word History and Origins

Origin of dosage¹

First recorded in 1840–50; dose + -age

Example Sentences

A survey for the watchdogs suggested less than half of people look for dosage instructions on supplements, with 20% saying they did not read the label.

From BBC

Her dosage has been steadily increased over the year to help manage the symptoms, and despite "having her days", Ashlee said sharing her journey online really helped her feel supported.

From BBC

The medical examiner said the nurse requested a new insulin order with an increased dosage, but the approval was “pending review.”

From Los Angeles Times

Federal authorities say Perry became addicted to the powerful drug, and when clinic doctors refused to increase his dosage, the actor turned to Salvador Plasencia, an internist who went by the nickname “Dr. P.”

From Los Angeles Times

When clinic doctors refused to increase his dosage, he turned to outside sources, Milgram said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• application
• lot
• measure
• measurement
• prescription
• quantity
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