Tolerance

What does "Tolerance" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Tolerance in medicine refers to a person's reduced response to a drug after using it over a period of time. This means that the individual may need to take more of the drug to achieve the same effect they initially experienced. It's like the body getting used to the drug, so it doesn't react as strongly as it did at first. This can happen with various types of drugs, including painkillers, antidepressants, and others.

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