Which of the following statement regarding first order kinetics is true?
Correct Answer: A constant propoion of plasma concentration is eliminated
Description: According to first order kinetics of elimination the rate of elimination of a drug is directly propotional to the drug concentration. Clearence of the drug remains constant and a constant fraction of drug is eliminated in unit time. Ref: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology By KD Tripathi, 5th Edition, Page 27-8
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