CC23 – Drug interaction

CC23. Drug interaction is the process by which a substance alters the action and/or kinetics of a drug.

23.1. Drug interactions can be direct, indirect and bidirectional.

23.2. Drug interactions may result in effects that are beneficial, deleterious and/or unexpected.

23.3. Drug interactions can have additive, synergistic or antagonistic effects.

23.4. Drug interactions between drugs and food constituents primarily change the bioavailability of a drug.