Classification of Drug Information Questions Related

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What is correct concerning TI:

  • A. A safer drug has a higher theraputic index
  • B. TI might be equal to 1
  • C. The more the unwanted adverse effect, the ration decreases
  • D. You are in danger if you take 1.8 ng/ml of Digoxin which has the margin of safety (0.8-2)
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A higher therapeutic index indicates a greater margin of safety between therapeutic and toxic doses, making the drug safer.