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What is an idiosyncratic response to a medication?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Oppositive or negati: Idiosyncratic refers to an unusual response to a medication, sometimes the opposite for which it was given. These are not allergies, but drug reactions, which should be relayed to any health professional you see.

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Answered 11/26/2013

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