If tolerance to a potentially toxic drug has occurred,a toxic response might occur only if the dose level is __________.

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Tolerance means that a person needs a higher dose of a drug to achieve the same effect. If tolerance to a potentially toxic drug occurs, it means the body has adapted to the drug but there is still a potential for toxicity. Therefore, a toxic response might occur only if the dose level of the drug is relatively high.

If Tolerance to a Potentially Toxic Drug Has Occurred,a Toxic