Constituency
Constituency
Constituency (/kənˈstɪtʃuːənsi/), in a medical context, refers to the physical and chemical properties of a substance, particularly in relation to its therapeutic effect. The term is often used in pharmacology to describe the active ingredients in a drug and their respective concentrations.
Etymology
The term "constituency" is derived from the Latin constituens, meaning "establishing". In a medical context, it refers to the establishment of a therapeutic effect through the specific constituents of a drug.
Related Terms
- Active ingredient: The component of a drug that is biologically active.
- Pharmacology: The study of drugs, their properties, and their effects.
- Therapeutic effect: The intended beneficial effect of a drug.
- Concentration: The amount of a substance in a given volume.
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References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Constituency
- Wikipedia's article - Constituency
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