A patient has been taking bisacodyl for a long time to treat chronic constipation. However, several weeks later the aperient effect of the drug diminished. What is the possible cause of this?

Question

Answer options

Acquired tolerance
Drug dependence
Sensitization
Functional cumulation
Material cumulation

Correct answer

Acquired tolerance

Explanation

Acquired Tolerance or Tachyphylaxis: Diminishing Effect of a Drug when taken for a long time, so the dose has to be Increased for the effective use of the drug.

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