The Therapeutic Index Is Defined as the Ratio Of

question 28

Multiple Choice

The therapeutic index is defined as the ratio of:

• A)efficacy to potency.
• B)potency to efficacy.
• C)ED₅₀ to LD₅₀.
• D)LD₅₀ to ED₅₀.

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