Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
increase-the-dose
phrase
/ɪnˈkriːs ðə doʊs/
Definition
To raise the amount of a medication or treatment given to a patient.
Examples
- The doctor advised to increase-the-dose to improve the patient’s recovery rate.
- After reviewing the patient’s symptoms, the healthcare provider decided to increase-the-dose of the medication.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the adjustment of dosage to achieve better therapeutic outcomes or to respond to an ongoing medical need.
Synonyms
- raise the dosage
- adjust the dose
- amplify the dosage
