About The Word Drug Resistance
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Drug Resistance
Drug Resistance Definition And Meaning |
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What's The Definition Of Medical Term Drug Resistance?
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.
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