A bolus of drug K is given IV. The drug is noted to follow first order kinetics. Which of the following describe the elimination of drug K

A. The rate of elimination of drug K is propoional to its concentration in the patient's plasma.

B. The rate of elimination of drug K is dependent on a nonlinear relationship to the plasma protein concentration.

C. The rate of elimination of drug K is constant.

D. The rate of elimination of drug K is propoional to the patient's renal function.

Correct Answer: The rate of elimination of drug K is propoional to its concentration in the patient's plasma.

Description: First-order kinetics means the rate of elimination of a drug is propoional to the plasma concentration. Ref:- KD Tripathi

Category: Pharmacology

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