Adverse Drug Reaction
/ˈædvɜːrs drʌg rɪˈækʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An unintended and harmful response to a medicinal product that occurs at normal doses used for prophylaxis, diagnosis, or therapy.
The patient filed a claim after experiencing an adverse drug reaction from the prescribed medication.
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- adverse drug reaction
- adverse drug reactions
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Commentary
In legal contexts, adverse drug reactions often underpin claims in pharmaceutical liability and medical malpractice cases; precise documentation and causation are critical.
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