Article
A Simple Novel Technique to Estimate Tacrolimus Dosages During the Early Post Kidney Transplantation Period.
Transplantation proceedings - 1 Oct 2015
Townamchai N, Chancharoenthana W, Vadcharavivad S, Chariyavilaskul P, Pongpirul K, Leelahavanichkul A, Watanatorn S, Avihingsanon Y, Praditpornsilpa K, Srisawat N
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Tacrolimus pharmacokinetics prediction by CYP3A5 genotyping is not available in many Asian resource-limited settings. Therefore, an alternative technique is needed to estimate the dose of tacrolimus perioperatively. The 12-hour level after the first dose (C12-0) is an alternative technique for estimating the dose of tacrolimus. This simple and inexpensive calculation technique can be used by any...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.