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What does the term AUC represent in pharmacokinetics?
What does the term AUC represent in pharmacokinetics?
How is drug clearance generally calculated in clinical practice?
How is drug clearance generally calculated in clinical practice?
When is the clearance of a drug typically estimated from a plasma drug concentration (Css)?
When is the clearance of a drug typically estimated from a plasma drug concentration (Css)?
What does a high elimination constant (K) indicate about the drug's half-life?
What does a high elimination constant (K) indicate about the drug's half-life?
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In pharmacokinetics, what is the relationship between volume of distribution (V) and initial concentration?
In pharmacokinetics, what is the relationship between volume of distribution (V) and initial concentration?
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What is a defining feature of drugs with linear pharmacokinetics?
What is a defining feature of drugs with linear pharmacokinetics?
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What does the term clearance in pharmacokinetics best represent?
What does the term clearance in pharmacokinetics best represent?
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Why is pharmacokinetic analysis beneficial when using mathematical models?
Why is pharmacokinetic analysis beneficial when using mathematical models?
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What remains constant regardless of drug concentration?
What remains constant regardless of drug concentration?
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What does the AUC represent in pharmacokinetics?
What does the AUC represent in pharmacokinetics?
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Which pharmacokinetic model assumes instantaneous distribution of the drug?
Which pharmacokinetic model assumes instantaneous distribution of the drug?
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What happens to the AUC if the infusion duration is shortened?
What happens to the AUC if the infusion duration is shortened?
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What must be precisely timed to ensure the validity of pharmacokinetic modeling?
What must be precisely timed to ensure the validity of pharmacokinetic modeling?
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What is likely to happen when a drug exhibits nonlinear pharmacokinetic behavior?
What is likely to happen when a drug exhibits nonlinear pharmacokinetic behavior?
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Which of the following drugs has been shown to have nonlinear pharmacokinetics?
Which of the following drugs has been shown to have nonlinear pharmacokinetics?
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What is meant by a drug's bioavailability?
What is meant by a drug's bioavailability?
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Which factor is NOT a common reason for interpatient variability in pharmacokinetics?
Which factor is NOT a common reason for interpatient variability in pharmacokinetics?
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Which example of drug is influenced by saturable absorption processes?
Which example of drug is influenced by saturable absorption processes?
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When comparing two pharmacokinetic models, what is important to ensure?
When comparing two pharmacokinetic models, what is important to ensure?
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How can the AUC for a 90 mg/m2 dose be estimated from a 60 mg/m2 dose?
How can the AUC for a 90 mg/m2 dose be estimated from a 60 mg/m2 dose?
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How does the AUC behave when the dose of 5-FU is doubled from 7.5 mg/kg to 15 mg/kg?
How does the AUC behave when the dose of 5-FU is doubled from 7.5 mg/kg to 15 mg/kg?
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What primarily limits the bioavailability of (6R) leucovorin?
What primarily limits the bioavailability of (6R) leucovorin?
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How may concomitant administration of certain chemotherapeutic agents affect drug bioavailability?
How may concomitant administration of certain chemotherapeutic agents affect drug bioavailability?
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What factor can lead to altered distribution of lipophilic drugs in patients?
What factor can lead to altered distribution of lipophilic drugs in patients?
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What is particularly significant about the elimination of methotrexate?
What is particularly significant about the elimination of methotrexate?
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What could potentially increase a patient's risk of toxicity related to chemotherapy?
What could potentially increase a patient's risk of toxicity related to chemotherapy?
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Why is understanding hepatic elimination important in chemotherapy dosing?
Why is understanding hepatic elimination important in chemotherapy dosing?
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What is indicated when renal function changes in a patient undergoing chemotherapy?
What is indicated when renal function changes in a patient undergoing chemotherapy?
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What is a well-established relationship in individual drug dosing?
What is a well-established relationship in individual drug dosing?
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What variability factor has been well-studied for the drug 5-FU?
What variability factor has been well-studied for the drug 5-FU?
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What happens to the clearance of paclitaxel when administered after cisplatin?
What happens to the clearance of paclitaxel when administered after cisplatin?
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Which factor affects the clearance of topotecan during moderate renal dysfunction?
Which factor affects the clearance of topotecan during moderate renal dysfunction?
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What impact does cumulative dosing have on patient sensitivity to chemotherapy?
What impact does cumulative dosing have on patient sensitivity to chemotherapy?
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What might result from changes in hepatic or renal function over time during chemotherapy?
What might result from changes in hepatic or renal function over time during chemotherapy?
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Which drug is known for significant intrapatient pharmacokinetic variability due to circadian rhythm?
Which drug is known for significant intrapatient pharmacokinetic variability due to circadian rhythm?
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Study Notes
Understanding Federal Websites
- Federal government websites typically end with .gov or .mil, indicating they are official sites.
- Ensure the connection is secure by looking for https://, which ensures encryption of sensitive information.
Overview of Pharmacokinetics
- Pharmacokinetics examines drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
- Drug clearance refers to the elimination of drugs from the body, analogous to creatinine clearance.
Key Concepts in Pharmacokinetics
- Clearance is calculated using the AUC (area under the curve); a higher AUC for a given dose results in lower clearance.
- Continuous infusion reaches steady state, allowing clearance estimation from a single plasma drug concentration measurement.
Pharmacokinetic Models
- Basic pharmacokinetic equations include variables for volume of distribution (V) and elimination constant (K).
- V represents the volume where the drug dose is diluted; higher V results in lower initial concentration.
- K is inversely proportional to half-life: shorter half-life means a higher K and rapid plasma concentration decline.
Linear Pharmacokinetics
- In linear pharmacokinetics, the rate of change in drug concentration is dependent on current concentration.
- Half-life remains constant regardless of concentration, impacting drug exposure calculations like AUC.
- AUC is proportional to the dose: an increase in dose can predictably increase the AUC.
Nonlinear Pharmacokinetics
- Nonlinear behavior arises when metabolic pathways become saturated, leading to decreased clearance and increased AUC at higher doses.
- Examples include 5-FU and paclitaxel, where shorter infusion times resulted in higher AUC without increased toxicity.
Factors Influencing Bioavailability
- Bioavailability is the percentage of a drug absorbed; it is calculated by comparing AUCs from oral versus intravenous administration.
- Factors affecting bioavailability include drug metabolism in the gastrointestinal tract and liver.
Variability in Pharmacokinetics
- Interpatient variability can significantly influence pharmacokinetic parameters, exacerbated by hepatic or renal dysfunction.
- Genetic differences in metabolism can lead to variability in drug response; pharmacogenetic variations are crucial for therapeutic optimization.
Impacts of Physiological Abnormalities
- Abnormal drug distribution often occurs due to factors like body size or fat ratio.
- Hepatic function impacts drug metabolism; lower serum albumin levels may result in increased risk for toxicity.
Renal Function and Drug Clearance
- Renal function directly correlates with drug clearance; conditions like ureteral obstruction or volume depletion can alter renal function and drug exposure.
- Drugs like carboplatin require careful renal function assessment for appropriate dosing.
Circadian Variability
- Intrapatient pharmacokinetic variability may occur, influenced by circadian rhythms; drugs like 5-FU have shown significant concentration variability based on administration timing.
Combination Chemotherapy Considerations
- Cancer treatments often involve combination therapies, where drugs like paclitaxel and cisplatin may interact, impacting clearance rates.
- Inhibitors such as cyclosporin A can unexpectedly affect drug clearance, highlighting the importance of monitoring responses.
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This quiz covers the basics of pharmacokinetics, focusing on drug absorption and the importance of recognizing secure federal websites. It emphasizes the significance of understanding drug delivery systems and the protocols for sharing sensitive information online. Test your knowledge on these vital topics!
