Dose & Dosage

Although one frequently sees dose and dosage used interchangeably, these terms are not synonymous.  

Dose refers to the amount of a drug, while dosage includes the amount of the drug (dose) with an associated element of time. 

Example 

Dose: This tablet contains 200 mg of ibuprofen. 

Dosage: Take 200 mg of ibuprofen every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist. 

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