Multiple Dosage Forms Part 2 Flashcards
1
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What is intermittent infusion?
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- Method of successive short IV drug infusions in which the drug is given by IV infusion for a short period of time followed by a drug elimination period, then followed by another short IV infusion
2
Q
What is the rationale for intermittent IV infusion?
A
To prevent transient high drug concentrations and accompanying side effect
May or may not reach steady state
3
Q
What equation do we use for intermittent infusion?
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4
Q
What equation do we use when intermittent infusion has stopped?
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