Drug Resistance
| Medical Definition: |
Diminished or failed response of an organism, disease or tissue to the intended effectiveness of a chemical or drug. It should be differentiated from DRUG TOLERANCE which is the progressive diminution of the susceptibility of a human or animal to the effects of a drug, as a result of continued administration. |
| Guide Notes: |
GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; differentiate from DRUG TOLERANCE; resistance of parasites including protozoa goes here |
| Also Called: |
Antibiotic Resistance |
Drug Resistance Categories.
Drug Resistance Medical Definitions and Terms
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