pharmacodynamics

How Does Drug Absorption Differ in Neonates?

Drug absorption in neonates can be unpredictable due to several factors:
Gastrointestinal pH: The pH in neonatal stomachs is less acidic, affecting the absorption of acid-labile drugs.
Gastric Emptying Time: Slower gastric emptying can delay drug absorption.
Skin Permeability: The skin of neonates is more permeable, which can increase transdermal drug absorption.

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