Which type of adverse drug reaction is dose-dependent and predictable from the known pharmacological action of the drug?
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Correct answer: Type A reaction
Type A (augmented) reactions are predictable and related to the pharmacological action of the drug. They are dose-dependent and are the most common type of adverse drug reactions.
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