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A patient asks an NP about using an oral over-the-counter decongestant medication for nasal congestion associated with a viral upper respiratory illness.The NP learns that this patient uses loratadine (Claritin) ,a b-adrenergic blocker,and an intranasal corticosteroid.The NP would be concerned about which adverse effects?
Therapeutic Half-life
The time required for the concentration of a drug in the body to decrease to half of its starting dose, which is crucial in determining the drug's dosage and scheduling.
Elimination Half-life
The time it takes for the concentration of a substance in the blood to be reduced by half, an important measure in pharmacokinetics.
Distribution Half-life
The time it takes for a drug or substance to reduce to half its initial quantity in the body due to distribution processes.
Administration Half-life
The time required for the concentration of a drug in the body to be reduced by half after its administration, a key factor in determining the dosage and frequency of medication.
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