Chiral drugs consist of only one enantiomer.The benefits of using a pure enantiomer,rather than a mixture,include ________.

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Using a pure enantiomer of a chiral drug provides higher potency, eliminates side effects caused by the opposite enantiomer, and reduces the chance of drug interactions by avoiding potential interactions with the opposite enantiomer. Therefore, all of the options mentioned in the question are the benefits of using a pure enantiomer of a chiral drug.

Chiral Drugs Consist of Only One Enantiomer