Why Would a Long Half-Life Be Beneficial Yet Unfavorable When

Multiple Choice

Why would a long half-life be beneficial yet unfavorable when taking a TCA?

A) It would allow for increased chance of elimination,reducing its effects.
B) The drug would allow for decreased dosing,but side effects would last longer.
C) A longer half-life increases the chance of the drug being metabolized,decreasing possible side effects.
D) The drug would allow for decreased dosing but would also decrease its therapeutic effects.