Drug intolerance
Drug intolerance
Drug intolerance (pronunciation: /drʌg ɪnˈtɒlərəns/) is a condition where a person experiences adverse effects from a medication at therapeutic doses. It is different from drug allergy, which involves an immune response, and drug toxicity, which occurs when a drug is taken in excessive amounts.
Etymology
The term "drug intolerance" is derived from the Latin words "drogum" meaning "drug" and "intolerantia" meaning "intolerance".
Definition
Drug intolerance is defined as the inability to tolerate the normal dosages of a particular drug. This can result in a variety of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, and headache. The severity of these symptoms can vary from mild to severe, and in some cases, can be life-threatening.
Causes
The exact cause of drug intolerance is not known. However, it is believed to be related to the body's inability to metabolize or eliminate the drug properly. This can be due to genetic factors, liver or kidney disease, or interactions with other medications.
Related Terms
- Drug allergy: An immune system reaction that occurs after the body has been exposed to a certain drug.
- Drug toxicity: A condition that occurs when a person has taken too much of a drug, leading to harmful effects on the body.
- Adverse drug reaction: Any unexpected, undesired, or excessive response to a drug.
- Pharmacogenomics: The study of how genes affect a person's response to drugs.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Drug intolerance
- Wikipedia's article - Drug intolerance
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