Depends Quote by Paracelsus
“Everything is a drug; it depends on the dose.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Natura Rerum, 1552
All substances can be beneficial or harmful depending on quantity; the effect is dose‑dependent.
In simple terms: Effect depends on amount.
Key Takeaway
Consider dosage in all actions.
Themes
health
science
philosophy
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- medicine
- environmental policy
- nutrition
- public health planning
Key Concepts
toxicology
risk assessment
moderation
Questions to Reflect On
- What is the optimal dose for this substance?
- When does a remedy become a poison?
A Different Perspective
Too much of even beneficial things can be dangerous.
