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Pharm Terms ch8
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Teratogen | agent that harms fetus |
| Preimplantation period | "all or none" period |
| Embryonic period | period of max sensitivity to teratogens-could result in structural malformation and spontaneous abortion |
| Fetal period | period of excessive blood flow may let more of med into placenta-result in slowed growth or impared organ function |
| Polypharmacy | taking multiple drugs |