physical dependence
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physical dependence
A state in which an abrupt termination of the administration of a drug produces a series of unpleasant symptoms known as the abstinence syndrome. The symptoms are reversed rapidly after readministration of the drug. See also drug dependence.
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physical dependence
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The level of substance abuse at which disagreeable or severe physiologic symptoms will occur if use of the substance is suddenly terminated.
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