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The term that refers to the time required for a drug to begin to have its effect is onset of action.

Onset of action describes the time it takes for a drug to produce its therapeutic effect after it is administered. The onset can vary depending on factors such as the route of administration, drug formulation, and the individual characteristics of the patient (e.g., metabolism, health status). For example, intravenous drugs generally have a faster onset of action compared to oral drugs.