Absorption of quinidine and dihydroquinidine in humans. 1981

D M Hailey, and A R Lea, and D M Coles, and P E Heaume, and W J Smith

Quinidine and dihydroquinidine were administered as the sulphates in an oral solution to seven healthy volunteers. In all subjects, dihydroquinidine was absorbed to a lesser extent than quinidine. On the basis of comparative AUC pu to 6 h after administration, dihydroquinidine was 73% as available as quinidine. Rates of elimination of the compounds were similar. No correlation could be found between saliva and plasma levels for either compound. Limits for content of dihydroquinidine in commercial quinidine preparations seem essential to ensure adequate bioavailability.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D008297 Male Males
D011802 Quinidine An optical isomer of quinine, extracted from the bark of the CHINCHONA tree and similar plant species. This alkaloid dampens the excitability of cardiac and skeletal muscles by blocking sodium and potassium currents across cellular membranes. It prolongs cellular ACTION POTENTIALS, and decreases automaticity. Quinidine also blocks muscarinic and alpha-adrenergic neurotransmission. Adaquin,Apo-Quinidine,Chinidin,Quincardine,Quinidex,Quinidine Sulfate,Quinora,Apo Quinidine,Sulfate, Quinidine
D004338 Drug Combinations Single preparations containing two or more active agents, for the purpose of their concurrent administration as a fixed dose mixture. Drug Combination,Combination, Drug,Combinations, Drug
D005260 Female Females
D006801 Humans Members of the species Homo sapiens. Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000328 Adult A person having attained full growth or maturity. Adults are of 19 through 44 years of age. For a person between 19 and 24 years of age, YOUNG ADULT is available. Adults
D012463 Saliva The clear, viscous fluid secreted by the SALIVARY GLANDS and mucous glands of the mouth. It contains MUCINS, water, organic salts, and ptylin. Salivas
D013997 Time Factors Elements of limited time intervals, contributing to particular results or situations. Time Series,Factor, Time,Time Factor

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