Rebound

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010002",
  "term": "Rebound",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The exacerbation or recurrence of symptoms, often with increased intensity, after the cessation of a therapeutic agent or exposure to a substance. This phenomenon occurs when the body's homeostatic mechanisms overcompensate for the removal of the external influence. For example, rebound insomnia can occur after discontinuing certain sleep medications.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "rebound headache"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 901 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/rebound/"
}