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  Dosage and Form of Herbs: Decoctions, Dried Decoctions, Powders, Pills, Etc.
Herbal dosage is a difficult concept to grasp; partly, this is because of the limitations in our knowledge about the herbs, but it is also the result of variations in our concepts of how herbs may contribute to health.
The dosages usually recommended for tinctures, a few drops, may provide the extract obtained from less than a gram of crude herbs and usually does not provide the "alcohol action" that Sun Simiao deemed important if the alcohol is indeed to count as part of the treatment.
In presenting this overview of dosage and form of herbs, it is my hope that those who prescribe herb products to their patients will be stimulated to consider more closely the dosage being recommended.
www.itmonline.org /arts/dosage.htm   (7803 words)

  
 slipgate::dosage
Dosage is an application designed to keep a local "mirror" of specific web comics, with a variety of options for naming schemes and updating options.
Dosage is written entirely in Python, and relies on regular expressions to do most of the grunt work.
Dosage is an ongoing project, and as such maintains active darcs repositories.
slipgate.za.net /dosage   (360 words)

  
 Dosage: A Practical Approach
Dosage, a technique for classifying Thoroughbred pedigrees by type, originated in the early part of the 20th century from the research of the Frenchman Lt. Col.
Vuillier believed that the objective in breeding should be to attain Dosage figures in the foal as close as possible to the established Dosage figures for the breed.
The combination of Dosage and our observation that 21 winners of the Kentucky Derby since 1972 were ranked as a juvenile within 10 pounds of the high weight on the Experimental Free Handicap or were named juvenile champion in another country has become an especially powerful tool in isolating the true classic contenders.
www.chef-de-race.com /dosage/review.htm   (1830 words)

  
 X-Chromosome dosage compensation
The strategies for dosage compensation are diverse in different organisms (Figure 1), but in all known cases, specialized dosage compensation complexes are targeted exclusively to the X chromosome(s) of one sex to modulate gene expression in only that sex.
The discovery of sex-specific lethal mutations that preferentially killed XX hermaphrodites was pivotal for the identification of dosage compensation genes (Hodgkin, 1983; Plenefisch et al., 1989).
The dosage compensation complex colocalized with both the duplication and the truncated X chromosomes, indicating that mnDp1 harbors at least one X-recognition element, as does the rest of X. The interpretation of multiple, independent X-recognition elements was greatly reinforced by the identification of many other non-overlapping, detached X regions that recruited the complex.
www.wormbook.org /chapters/www_dosagecomp/dosagecomp.html   (5953 words)

  
 Mysoline Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Primidone - RxList Monographs
For most adults and children 8 years of age and over, the usual maintenance dosage is three to four 250 mg primidone tablets daily in divided doses (250 mg t.i.d.
This regimen should be continued until satisfactory dosage level is achieved for the combination, or the other medication is completely withdrawn.
For children under 8 years of age, the usual maintenance dosage is 125 to 250 mg three times daily, or 10-25 mg/kg/day in divided doses.
www.rxlist.com /cgi/generic2/primid_ids.htm   (385 words)

  
 Dosage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Dosage instructions are given on each individual bottle.
The recommended dosage is based on a 120-150 pound adult.
If you are giving the extract to a child, adjust the dosage according to the child's weight (divide the child's weight by 120-150 to get the percentage of the adult dose that should be administered to the child).
www.vitalityworks.com /vitality/dosage.htm   (129 words)

  
 Dosage
The heart of the dosage business is the roster of chefs-de-race, the 139 sires whose distance-siring tendencies provide the foundation of the program.
The Dosage Index and Center of Distribution are calculated from the mix of chefs in the first four generations of a horse's pedigree.
The best use of dosage, in other words, is to check the mating you've already chosen on the basis of quality to make sure you don't breed a four-furlong flash or a two-mile plodder.
www.thoroughbredinfo.com /dosage.htm   (586 words)

  
 Thoroughbred Champions -- Dosage in a Nutshell
Dosage is a mathematical analysis of the strengths in a thoroughbred pedigree based upon the location of certain outstanding sires in its family.
The dosage profile is a series of 5 numbers which show the reader exactly how many points this horse has inherited from sires in each category.
The dosage index (DI) is simply the ratio of speed points to stamina points.
www.thoroughbredchampions.com /dosage   (1324 words)

  
 CDC - Influenza (Flu) | Antivirals: Dosage
Although further studies are needed to determine the optimal dosage for children aged 1--9 years, physicians should consider prescribing only 5 mg/kg body weight/day (not to exceed 150 mg/day) to reduce the risk for toxicity.
The recommended dosage of zanamivir for treatment of influenza is two inhalations (one 5-mg blister per inhalation for a total dose of 10 mg) twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart) (259).
Because recommended dosages on the basis of creatinine clearance might provide only an approximation of the optimal dose for a given patient, such persons should be observed carefully for adverse reactions.
www.cdc.gov /flu/professionals/treatment/dosage.htm   (1208 words)

  
 Argatroban Dosage & Administration
Initial dosage: An infusion of Argatroban should be started at 25 mcg/kg/min and a bolus of 350 mcg/kg administered via a large-bore IV line over 3 to 5 minutes (see Table 3).
Dosage adjustment: If the ACT is less than 300 seconds, an additional IV bolus dose of 150 mcg/kg should be administered, the infusion dose increased to 30 mcg/kg/min, and the ACT checked 5 to 10 minutes later (see Table 3).
The aPTT should be monitored closely, and the dosage should be adjusted as clinically indicated (see Precautions and Special populations: hepatic impairment).
www.argatroban.com /argatroban_dosage.htm   (881 words)

  
 A Smashing Young Page - Discography Section - Dosage
Dosage is a step backwards into familiar territory, and it invites mixed results.
Collective Soul has always been best when performing a mix of ballads and harder material, and Dosage holds true to that formula, although the ballads (which are not quite as strong as the ballads on previous albums) rule this album.
Ed Roland continues to grow as a songwriter, and Dosage is another successful set of radio-friendly pop/rock that, while far from radical, is a worthwhile listen.
www.angelfire.com /ok5/csoul2/dosage.html   (473 words)

  
 Seroquel - Drugs Store - drugsstore.org
Initial dosage may be as low as 25 to 50 mg, prescribed in divided doses throughout the day (typically evening and morning).
This dosaging is similar to the dosage required for younger adults.
Even though official guidelines call for the quetiapine dosage to be divided throughout the day, many prescriptions call for the entire dose to be taken before bedtime because of its sedative effects.
www.drugsstore.org /seroquel.html   (755 words)

  
 Ritalin Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Methylphenidate Hcl - RxList Monographs
Dosage should be individualized according to the needs and responses of the patient.
Average dosage is 20 to 30 mg daily.
If improvement is not observed after appropriate dosage adjustment over a one-month period, the drug should be discontinued.
www.rxlist.com /cgi/generic/methphen_ids.htm   (637 words)

  
 Eskalith, Lithium carbonate, side effects, drug interactions, overdose, dosage
Eskalith is used to treat the manic episodes of manic-depressive illness, a condition in which a person's mood swings from depression to excessive excitement.
Once the mania subsides, Eskalith treatment may be continued over the long term, at a somewhat lower dosage, to prevent or reduce the intensity of future manic episodes.
Dosage will vary from one individual to another, but a total of 900 milligrams to 1,200 milligrams per day is typical.
www.pdrhealth.com /drug_info/rxdrugprofiles/drugs/esk1231.shtml   (913 words)

  
 dosage
Hold dosage under tongue 2-3 minutes before swallowing.
Dosage is 1/2-1 teaspoon 3 times per day on an empty stomach.
Blood volume increases dramatically during pregnancy, tailor dosage to meet objective and suit comfort level.
www.csilver.com /dosage.shtml   (511 words)

  
 Dosage information.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The threshold dosage for mescaline is generally considered to be around 150 mg.
It has been calculated that if a person takes a ineffective dose, the next dosage can be increased by a factor of 7 without pushing the range of toxicity.
Often times determining the approximate dosage of a section is rather difficult, especially if you don't have a set of scales.
users.lycaeum.org /~iamklaus/dosage.htm   (652 words)

  
 FAQ: Tian Xian Dosage
•A standard dosage is suitable for early and middle stage cancer patients, and those at recovery phase.
A standard dosage requires patients to take Tian Xian Liquid 40cc a day (4 times a day), 10cc each time at 9AM, 3PM, 9PM, and 3AM.
As a result, standard dosage was not effective enough for most patients.
www.tianxian.com /faq/dosage.asp   (352 words)

  
 Baker Lab: Dosage Compensation
Dosage compensation is the process that ensures equal levels of X-linked gene products in males and females in species in which the sexes differ in the number of X chromosomes they possess.
In Drosophila, dosage compensation is achieved by doubling the transcript levels of X-linked genes in males.
That a second histone modification may be involved in dosage compensation has been suggested by the finding that JIL-1 kinase is associated with the compensasome, and phosphorylates histone H3 at ser10.
cmgm.stanford.edu /devbio/baker/dose.html   (877 words)

  
 Monograph: Dosage and Administration   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
For the treatment of mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis: The usual dosage in adults is two 400-mg tablets to be taken three times a day for a total daily dose of 2.4 g for a duration of 6 weeks.
The usual adult dosage for active disease is two 400-mg tablets to be taken three times a day for a total daily dose of 2.4 g for a duration of 6 weeks.
For maintenance of remission of ulcerative colitis, the recommended dosage in adults is 1.6 grams daily, in divided doses.
www.asacol.com /2007.shtml   (540 words)

  
 Dosage Adjustments for ARV-ARV Drug Interactions
Certain antiretroviral agents require dosage adjustment (or pharmacokinetic enhancement) when coadministered, and some combinations are contraindicated.
Dosage adjustment of darunavir and efavirenz not established; use with caution
Dosage adjustment of fosamprenavir and lopinavir/ritonavir not established; consider fosamprenavir 1400 mg BID; lopinavir/ritonavir 600/150 mg (3 tablets) BID
hivinsite.ucsf.edu /InSite?page=md-rr-24   (1019 words)

  
 Lymphoma Information Network - Radiotherapy Dosage
While older literature may list dosage in rads, current treatment may be listed in grays.
Oncolink states that radiation dosage for Hodgkin's is somewhat controversial.
It is possible one hospital may decide on a dosage slightly different from another based on their experience.
www.lymphomainfo.net /therapy/radiotherapy/dosage.html   (690 words)

  
 Sandostatin.com Global for Healthcare Professionals - Sandostatin LAR Dosage
Dosage titration can be based on multiple GH measurements at 0-to-8 hours after administration.
Most patients require a dosage of 100 mcg to 200 mcg 3 times a day for the maximum effect of normalizing growth hormone and IGF-I. Some patients may require up to 500 mcg 3 times a day.
The dosage should be 20 mg administered intragluteally at 4-week intervals for the initial 3 months, followed by dosage adjustment.
www.sandostatin.com /about_sandostatin/administering/dosage/index.html   (894 words)

  
 Antifungal Dosage Adjustment in Kidney and Liver Dysfunction
Like many other medications, dosages of antifungal agents may be adjusted in patients with compromised kidney or liver function to minimize potential toxicities associated with drug accumulation.
In certain situations, measuring the serum drug concentration of an antifungal agent can provide some guidance for dosage adjustment or in the assessment of potential for toxic effects.
Although renal function can be assessed by a number of tests and procedures, creatinine clearance (an indicator of the glomerular filtration rate or GFR) is typically considered to be the guiding factor for dosage adjustment.
www.doctorfungus.org /thedrugs/antif_dosage.htm   (833 words)

  
 Ziagen - Dosage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The dosage for infants and children ages 3 months to 16 years of age is 8 mg per kilogram twice daily or every 12 hours, up to a maximum of 300 mg twice daily, in combination with other anti-HIV therapy.
Currently, there is no information regarding a decreased dosage of Ziagen for those with decreased liver function or those 65 years of age and older.
There is one preliminary report in four patients with kidney failure who required dialysis suggesting that no Ziagen dose reduction may be necessary.
www.hivandhepatitis.com /hiv_and_aids/ziagen_dosage.html   (247 words)

  
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 Dosage Glossary Term
In reference to wine, a "dosage" is a mixture of sugar and wine that is added to sparkling wine and champagne.
A "dosage" is used in two ways: (1) "Shipping dosage", typically a mixture of sugar and the same type of wine, are added to the wine prior to final bottling.
The amount of sweetness added determines the type of sparkling wine (brut, extra dry, sec, etc.); (2) "Bottling dosage", a dosage mixture and yeast is added to a blend of still wine (cuvée), causing a secondary fermentation in the bottle.
www.recipetips.com /glossary-term/t--36966/dosage.asp   (126 words)

  
 DDT Dosage In The Early 1950s
Since the LD50 is the number where 50% of a group dies at a given dosage, with some dying at much lower dosages and some at much higher dosages, 35 mg/kg may represent only the middle range of lethal susceptibility.
Since this does not account for accumulative dosage, and DDT does accumulate in the body, with it and its metabolites having a half-life of almost one year, a real danger exists for polio-like diseases due to pesticide exposure in milk.
Repeated dosages at the levels found in human diets over a 2 to 60 day period are known to cause neurological disease.
www.geocities.com /harpub/ddt138.htm   (2899 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Dosage: Music: Collective Soul   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Dosage's production, meanwhile, is handled by singer-guitarist Ed Roland and is exceedingly lively and crisp.
Dosage, although sporting the weirdest of all their mediocre album covers, was Collective Soul's most accomplished recording at the time.
Dosage Gives us eleven tracks, and also gives us hope that rock and roll has not died, but moved on to another soul...Collective Soul.
www.amazon.com /Dosage-Collective-Soul/dp/B00000HZFM   (1725 words)

  
 Dosage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
In reviews of the Pak studies, however the dosage cited is 25 mg NaF bid (50 mg NaF or 22.6 mg F/d).
However, because of the slow-release formulation employed and the use of Calcium citrate, the actual absorbed dosage (7 mg F/d)* was only about one- third of the administered dosage.
At much higher dosages, however, the VFR reaches a nadir, beyond which there is a reversal of both efficacy and safety (see graph, Nagant 1996).
www.mfp-fluoride.com /dosage.html   (551 words)

  
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