Pharmacokinetics Graph Analysis
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Pharmacokinetics Graph Analysis

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A logarithm with base 10 is known as a ______.

log

The base 'e' is used in natural logarithms and is approximately equal to ______.

2.718

The equation used to convert a common logarithm to a natural logarithm is ______ X = log X × 2.303.

ln

The power needed to reach 1000 in the equation 10^3 = 1000 is ______.

<p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

Logarithms are the inverse operations of ______.

<p>exponentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

There are typically two types of graphs used in pharmacokinetics: Cartesian or Rectangular coordinates and ______ coordinates.

<p>Semilog</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fitting a curve to the points on a graph implies a relationship between the variables x and y, such as dosage of drug versus ______ effect.

<p>pharmacologic</p> Signup and view all the answers

When using curve fitting, the relationship is not confined to isolated points but is a ______ function of x and y.

<p>continuous</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the relationship between x and y is ______ related, it can be expressed as a straight line.

<p>linearly</p> Signup and view all the answers

The general equation of a straight line is ______ = mx + b.

<p>Y</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the equation Y = mx + b, 'm' represents the ______ of the line.

<p>slope</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the equation Y = mx + b, 'b' represents the ______-intercept.

<p>y</p> Signup and view all the answers

Curve fitting involves drawing a curve that best represents the relationship between two ______ plotted on a graph.

<p>variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mathematics helps to explain relationships among ______.

<p>variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

For an equation to be valid, the ______ must be constant on both sides.

<p>units</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drug concentrations are typically expressed as mass per ______.

<p>volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

The expressions mcg/mL, µg/mL, and mg/L are ______ and commonly reported.

<p>equivalent</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drug concentration can be reported as mg% or mg/______, representing milligrams of the drug per 100 mL.

<p>dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ of a number is the power when that number is in exponential form.

<p>logarithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the base 10 is used, the logarithm is known as the ______.

<p>log</p> Signup and view all the answers

The relationship between exponential and ______ functions is fundamental in mathematics.

<p>logarithmic</p> Signup and view all the answers

In pharmacokinetics, the relationship between plasma drug concentrations versus time can be expressed as a ______ function.

<p>linear</p> Signup and view all the answers

The correlation coefficient, denoted by ______, assesses the strength of the linear relationship.

<p>r</p> Signup and view all the answers

A positive value of r indicates a ______ slope.

<p>positive</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the correlation coefficient r takes the value of +1, it indicates a ______ relationship between the variables.

<p>perfect</p> Signup and view all the answers

A zero value for the slope indicates that there is no ______ relationship existing between y and x.

<p>linear</p> Signup and view all the answers

Linear regression is commonly used in ______ pharmacy studies.

<p>clinical</p> Signup and view all the answers

When r is -1, it means there is a ______ linear relationship between the variables.

<p>perfect</p> Signup and view all the answers

The method used to construct a linear relationship is known as the Least Squares ______.

<p>Method</p> Signup and view all the answers

In pharmacokinetics, two orders are of importance: zero order and ______ order.

<p>first</p> Signup and view all the answers

A zero-order process has a rate that is ______ and does not change with the concentration of the drug.

<p>constant</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a zero-order example, a transdermal patch consistently releases ______ mg of drug per hour.

<p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a first-order process, the rate of drug absorption or elimination is ______ to its current concentration.

<p>proportional</p> Signup and view all the answers

A drug with a half-life of 4 hours means that its concentration decreases by half every ______ hours.

<p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the initial drug concentration is 100 mg/L, after 4 hours it would drop to ______ mg/L.

<p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

In zero-order kinetics, the rate of drug release remains constant at ______ mg per hour, regardless of concentration.

<p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

The rate of decrease in drug concentration in a first-order process is influenced by the ______ of the drug.

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Study Notes

Pharmacokinetics Graphs

  • Two main types of graphs are used to analyze drug concentration over time: Cartesian (rectangular) coordinates and semilog coordinates.

Curve Fitting

  • Curve fitting establishes a continuous relationship between two variables, such as drug dosage and pharmacologic effect.
  • A hypothesis is formed to represent the relationship, and an empirical equation is applied to fit observed data, typically expressed as (Y = mx + b) where (m) is the slope and (b) is the y-intercept.
  • Curve fitting provides a clear depiction of how one variable changes in relation to another, rather than connecting isolated data points.

Linear Regression/Least Squares Method

  • This method constructs a linear relationship between an independent variable (input) and a dependent variable (output), commonly used in clinical pharmacy.
  • In pharmacokinetics, it illustrates the plasma drug concentration over time.
  • The correlation coefficient ((r)) assesses the strength of this linear relationship, ranging from -1 to +1. A value of 1 or -1 indicates a perfect linear relationship, while a value of 0 indicates no relationship.

Mathematical Expressions and Units

  • Mathematics is essential for explaining relationships among variables in pharmacokinetics.
  • For valid equations, units must be consistent on both sides, ensuring meaningful relationships.

Units for Expressing Blood Concentrations

  • Drug concentrations are expressed as mass per volume, common units include:
    • mcg/mL (micrograms/milliliter)
    • µg/mL (micrograms/milliliter)
    • mg/L (milligrams/liter)
  • Additional expressions include mg% or mg/dL, indicating milligrams of drug per 100 mL of solution.

Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

  • Logarithms and exponentials are inversely related; logarithms determine the exponent for a given base.
  • Logarithms with base 10 are common ((\log)), while base (e) (approximately 2.718) defines natural logarithms ((\ln)).
  • Conversion from common logarithms to natural logarithms involves the factor 2.303, expressed as (\ln X = \log X \times 2.303).

Rates and Orders of Processes

  • The rate of processes like drug absorption or elimination can define their "order," specifically zero-order and first-order kinetics.

Zero-Order Kinetics

  • Drug release occurs at a constant rate regardless of concentration. An example includes a transdermal patch releasing a steady 10 mg of drug per hour.
  • Concentration decreases predictably (e.g., from 100 mg/L to 90 mg/L after one hour), but the rate remains unchanged at 10 mg/hour.

First-Order Kinetics

  • The rate of drug elimination or absorption varies proportionally with the drug concentration.
  • For instance, a drug with a half-life of 4 hours sees its concentration halve every 4 hours (e.g., from 100 mg/L to 50 mg/L, then 25 mg/L).

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This quiz covers the types of graphs used in pharmacokinetics to analyze drug concentration over time. It includes topics such as Cartesian and Semilog coordinates, curve fitting, and the relationship between dosage and drug concentration. Test your understanding of these essential concepts in pharmaceutical sciences.

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