Which of the following parameter is used to assess the rate of drug absorption: (A) Tmax, (B) Cmax, (C) Half life, (D) Area under the curve
Answer is A. * Cmax - maximum plasma concentration of a drug that can be obtained after giving a paicular dose. Depends on dosage * AUC - Area under curve tells the EXTENT OF ABSORPTION * Tmax - Time in which concentration become maximum. tells the RATE OF ABSORPTION