The likelihood that a drug will sequester (be trapped) in fat cells and remain in the body longer is increased by which drug characteristic?
a. Dissolves easily in water
b. Dissolves easily in lipids
c. Physical small size
d. Physical large size
Question 2
Morphine and hydromorphone (Dilaudid) are two types of opioid receptor agonists used for pain management. Hydromorphone is a more potent drug than morphine, and lower doses are needed to control pain. How do actions at receptor sites explain this differen
a. Morphine remains bound to opioid receptors longer than hydromorphone does.
b. Hydromorphone remains bound to opioid receptors longer than morphine does.
c. Morphine is metabolized and eliminated at a faster rate than hydromorphone.
d. Hydromorphone is metabolized and eliminated at a faster rate than morphine.
Body plan of an echinoderm, as represented by a sea star.
Epithelial cells
Documented Herb–Drug Interactions
Body Mass Index (IBM)
Vitamin and minerals are essential for normal body functioning.
Body plan of a lobster (Homarus americanus)