IB2 - Identification, assessment and evaluation of hazardous substances

Question 1

What are the effects of mixtures?

Answer 1

Additive, 1+1 = 2 e.g. Aspirine + Paracetamol (acetaminophen)

Potentiating, A + B = 3B e.g. antihistamines potentiates Codeine

Synergistic, 3+3 = 10 e.g. alcohol + Paracetamol (acetaminophen)

Antagonism, 3+3 = 4