Glenn not only needs more alcohol to achieve the desired mood,but more barbiturates as well.This type of drug interaction is called _____________.

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Cross-tolerance occurs when tolerance to one drug results in a lessened response to another drug that acts on the same receptor or produces similar effects. In this case, Glenn's increased need for both alcohol and barbiturates suggests cross-tolerance between the two substances. Neither antagonism nor inhibition accurately describes this type of drug interaction, and while intolerance may also occur, it is not the best answer in this case.

Glenn Not Only Needs More Alcohol to Achieve the Desired