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Define the term overdose.

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An overdose occurs when a person takes a quantity of a drug, medication, or other toxic substance that is greater than the body can safely tolerate, producing harmful or life‑threatening effects. Overdoses can be acute (a single excessive dose) or cumulative/chronic (harm from repeated excessive dosing), and may be accidental or intentional. Consequences range from mild adverse effects to severe organ damage, coma, or death.