Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA) [psa]

What is the difference between a side effect and an adverse drug reaction?

Side effects are expected secondary effects; adverse reactions are harmful unintended effects They are identical Side effects are always serious Adverse reactions are always mild

Correct Answer:

Side effects are expected secondary effects; adverse reactions are harmful unintended effects

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