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Pharmaceutical Interactions

Meaning

Pharmaceutical Interactions are defined as the clinically significant alteration of a drug’s expected physiological or therapeutic effects on the body caused by the concurrent administration of another substance, which can include other prescribed medications, over-the-counter supplements, or even certain foods. Understanding and anticipating these interactions is a critical component of clinical risk management and patient safety. These interactions can lead to either a decrease in therapeutic efficacy or, conversely, an increase in the risk of adverse drug reactions. A thorough medication history is essential to prevent these occurrences.