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NAPLEX Flashcards: Adverse Reactions

Study Adverse Reactions in NAPLEX with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is an adverse effect caused by off-target pharmacology at therapeutic doses called?

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ANSWER

Side effect. Side effects occur from unintended activation of non-primary targets at normal doses, differing from toxicities or hypersensitivities.

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This deck focuses on Adverse Reactions, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for NAPLEX.

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Work through these flashcards in short sessions. Try to answer each prompt before flipping the card, then revisit any cards you miss until the explanation feels automatic.

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A 45-year-old female (weight 60 kg) treated for bipolar disorder reports excessive thirst, frequent urination, and worsening hand tremor. Current medications: lithium carbonate 300 mg by mouth three times daily (stable dose), ibuprofen 600 mg by mouth three times daily started 1 week ago for dental pain, and quetiapine 200 mg by mouth nightly. Labs: lithium concentration 1.8 mEq/L (high; typical maintenance 0.6–1.0 mEq/L), serum creatinine 1.6 mg/dL (baseline 0.9 mg/dL), sodium 147 mEq/L (high); allergies: none; medical history: bipolar disorder. Which action should the pharmacist take to address this adverse reaction?
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