Ounces per day

What does "Ounces per day" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Ounces per day" in the context of medicine refers to the amount of a certain medication or substance that a person should take within a 24-hour period. This measurement is often used for liquid medicines. The term "ounce" is a unit of weight used primarily in the United States. So, if a medicine is prescribed in "ounces per day", it means the total weight of the medicine that should be consumed in one day.

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