Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

therapeutic-response

Noun
/ˌθɛrəˈpjuːtɪk rɪˈspɒns/
Definition
The reaction or effect experienced by a patient as a result of a treatment or therapy.
Examples
  • The doctor monitored the patient’s therapeutic response to the medication closely.
  • After several weeks of therapy, the therapeutic response was evident in her improved mood.
Meaning
Therapeutic response refers to how well a treatment works for an individual, helping to alleviate symptoms or improve conditions related to health.
Synonyms
  • treatment response
  • therapeutic effect
  • healing response