Population pharmacokinetics is a branch of pharmacokinetics that studies the variability in drug concentrations across individuals in a target population, aiming to identify and quantify the sources of variability. It utilizes mathematical models to predict drug behavior and optimize dosing regimens, ensuring effective and safe drug therapy for diverse patient groups.

Population Pharmacokinetics

Variability in drug concentrations

Drug behavior

Dosing Regimens

Effective drug therapy

Safe drug therapy

The target population is the specific group of individuals or entities that a research study, survey, or intervention aims to understand, assess, or affect. Clearly defining the target population is crucial for ensuring the validity and applicability of the study's findings, as it influences the sampling strategy and the generalizability of the results.

Target Population

Sources of variability

Mathematical models are abstract representations that use mathematical language and structures to describe, simulate, and analyze real-world systems and phenomena. They are essential tools for predicting behavior, understanding complex systems, and making informed decisions across various fields such as science, engineering, economics, and social sciences.

Mathematical Models

Optimizing dosing

Individual drug response

Patient groups

Concepts

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