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Term: Drug Efficacy

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2005-11-28

Definition:

The benefit a drug brings when it is taken in the context of a clinical trial or an ideal setting. This is in contrast to the effectiveness known as the benefit from a drug that the population receives when the drug is prescribed, dispensed and taken under real life circumstances.

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References 

  • Metge C, Kozyrskyj A, Dahl M, Yogendran M, Roos NP. Pharmaceuticals: Focussing on Appropriate Utilization. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2003. [Report] [Summary] (View)


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