[TaxRelief]

... the "most effective" dose becomes the one that requires taking the most number of pills before causing [diarrhea]...

You may be onto something here...

[MaggieCarta]

... the "most effective" dose becomes the one that requires taking the most number of pills before causing [diarrhea]...

You may be onto something here...

Yes, I think I am.

That is why I'm surprised to see research that would even suggest that fewer doses could be effective. As you mentioned, a one time, big dose of penicillin is often standard treatment.