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Chloramphenicol binding to normal and kwashiorkor sera
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
|June 1, 1977
Summary
This study investigated chloramphenicol binding in normal and kwashiorkor sera. While binding differs slightly in kwashiorkor serum, it is not clinically significant for drug efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Clinical Chemistry
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Kwashiorkor is a severe form of malnutrition.
- Drug binding to serum proteins can affect efficacy.
- Understanding chloramphenicol binding is crucial for its therapeutic use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the in vitro binding of chloramphenicol to normal and kwashiorkor sera.
- To determine the clinical significance of altered protein binding in kwashiorkor.
Main Methods:
- In vitro investigation of chloramphenicol binding.
- Analysis of binding to major protein fractions in sera.
Main Results:
- Chloramphenicol predominantly binds to albumin in both normal and kwashiorkor sera.
- Significant binding also occurs with other major protein fractions.
- A slight decrease in binding (around 5%) was observed in kwashiorkor serum.
Conclusions:
- The predominant binding of chloramphenicol to albumin is consistent across normal and kwashiorkor sera.
- The minor reduction in binding observed in kwashiorkor serum does not hold clinical significance.
- Therapeutic drug monitoring for chloramphenicol may not require adjustment based on kwashiorkor-related binding changes.