dosiert

Dosiert is the past participle and adjective of the German verb dosieren, meaning to determine and administer a specific amount of a substance. In use, dosiert describes a quantity that has been measured and supplied according to a defined dose, rather than a rough or informal amount.

In medical contexts, dosiert refers to fixed-dose formulations and scheduled administration. For example, dosierte Tabletten or eine dosierte Verabreichung denote standard, precisely measured doses and regulated intake. In laboratory and industrial settings, dosiert means that substances are added in controlled, incremental amounts, as in dosierte Zugaben or dosierte Mengen.

The term derives from the concept of a dose (Dosis) and the action of dosing (dosieren). Related terms include Dosierung (dosage), Dosis (dose), and dosierbar (dose-adjustable). In English, the equivalent adjective is dosed, with related terms such as dosage and dosing; in other languages there are equivalents like dosé in French or gedoseerd in Dutch.

Safety and accuracy are central to dosiert usage. Incorrect dosing can lead to underdosing, which reduces efficacy, or overdosing, which can cause harm. Regulatory guidelines and product labeling typically specify the exact dose, method of administration, and frequency to ensure effective and safe use.