therapeutic drug monitoring

What is Therapeutic Drug Monitoring?


Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) refers to the process of measuring specific drug concentrations in a patient's bloodstream at designated intervals. The primary goal is to maintain a constant concentration of medication in the bloodstream, optimizing efficacy while minimizing potential toxicity. In the context of toxicology, TDM becomes crucial for drugs with narrow therapeutic windows, where the difference between a therapeutic and toxic dose is minimal.

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