Surge Functions and Drug Interactions

Authors

Olta Tarko, University of South Florida

Publication Year

2021

Abstract

The objective of this project is to analyze how surge functions work to understand the way drug concentration levels in the bloodstream of a human body vary over time after an initial dose. A surge function increases rapidly at the beginning of the dosage and drops slowly after it reaches its peak. It is important to realize when a certain drug reaches its peak and how long the effects will last on a patient, so a second drug can be administered without risking negative interactions. We explain the calculations used in order to properly understand the curve of a drug’s response.

Recommended Citation

Tarko, Olta (2021) "Surge Functions and Drug Interactions," Undergraduate Journal of Mathematical Modeling: One + Two: Vol. 12: Iss. 1, Article 7.

Available at: https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ujmm/vol12/iss1/7

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