Therapeutic Index Is a Term Referring to a Drug's Utility

question 42

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Therapeutic index is a term referring to a drug's utility in medical care and is computed as a ratio (LD 50/ED 50).

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Definitions:

Hallucinogens

Drugs that cause profound distortions in a person’s perceptions of reality, often inducing hallucinations or altered states of consciousness.

Stimulants

Substances that increase alertness, attention, and energy by accelerating the activity of the central nervous system.

Narcotics

Substances that induce sleep, relieve pain, and can cause changes in consciousness, potentially leading to addiction.

Meditation

A practice of focused attention, mindfulness, or contemplation to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.