Suggested Level of Knowlege: Detailed

LOs

BT_GS 1.15 Define tachyphylaxis, tolerance, addiction, dependence and idiosyncrasy and describe mechanisms of tolerance

Past SAQs

2012.2 Define the terms “tolerance” and “tachyphylaxis”. Discuss the different mechanisms by which tolerance can develop, giving examples where appropriate.

2002.2 Write brief notes on tolerance and dependence in relation to opioid analgesics.

Tolerance Dependence Addiction