Contraindication

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002514",
  "term": "Contraindication",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specific condition or factor that makes the use of a particular medication, procedure, or treatment inadvisable or potentially harmful. Contraindications can be absolute, meaning the treatment should never be used, or relative, meaning caution is advised. For example, pregnancy is a contraindication for certain medications.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "indication"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1197 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/contraindication/"
}