IVs Flashcards
1
Q
Therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) is suggested for:
A
amikacin, carbamazepine, cyclosporin, digoxin, gentamicin, lithium, methotrexate, phenobarbital, phenytoin, valproic acid and vancomycin
2
Q
What is Trough levels?
A
It is measuring concentration of drug in a blood sample before the next dose is due to be administered
3
Q
When are peak levels taken?
A
are taken when the drug is at its highest concentration in the blood
