When identifying a therapeutic dose, which concentration of an antibiotic is usually sought for treatment?

A) The highest concentration the patient can tolerant, because it will work quicker.
B) The lowest effective concentration, because antimicrobics can be toxic.


B) The lowest effective concentration, because antimicrobics can be toxic.

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