Adverse drug reaction
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-012846
An unintended and undesirable response to a drug that occurs at doses normally used for prophylaxis, diagnosis, or therapy. These reactions can range from mild side effects to severe, life-threatening events. They are distinct from drug overdose or drug abuse and are a major concern in pharmacovigilance.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-012846 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1119 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03) |
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