increased effect
[ɪnˈkriːst ɪˈfɛkt]
noun phrasepl: increased effects
efeito aumentado
1. A phenomenon or result that is amplified, intensified, or made stronger compared to a baseline or expected outcome
The medication produced an increased effect when combined with physical therapy.
O medicamento produziu um efeito aumentado quando combinado com fisioterapia.
2. In pharmacology or medicine, an enhancement of a drug's therapeutic or adverse effects
Alcohol consumption can lead to an increased effect of sedative drugs.
O consumo de álcool pode levar a um efeito aumentado de medicamentos sedativos.
3. In general contexts, a strengthened or more pronounced outcome or consequence
The marketing campaign had an increased effect on sales during the holiday season.
A campanha de marketing teve um efeito aumentado nas vendas durante a estação de férias.
This phrase is commonly used in medical, pharmaceutical, and scientific contexts in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, it's frequently encountered in healthcare discussions and pharmaceutical product literature. The concept is particularly relevant in discussions about drug interactions and treatment efficacy.
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