Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 5, 2026

Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension and Assessment of Right Ventricular Function in the Piglet
Published on: November 4, 2015
Pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic modelling for captopril in healthy anaesthetized piglets
C M Pereira1, Y K Tam, J Y Coe
1Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada.
Abstract:
The use of the angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, captopril, specially in children, has been empirical. This is because the relationship between the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of captopril has not been clearly defined. It is not usually feasible to obtain the serial kinetic-dynamic data necessary to study this relationship in infants. The piglet was therefore investigated as an animal model in which to study the relationship between the kinetics and dynamics of captopril. The standard pharmacokinetic parameters for captopril in healthy anaesthetized piglets were found to be within the range reported for humans. ClTB was estimated to be 1.42 +/- 0.33 L h-1 kg(-1); t1/2 was 0.44 +/- 0.08 h; Vdss was calculated to be 0.64 +/- 0.13 L kg(-1); t1/2 and AUC0-infinity was estimated to be 145 +/- 27 ng h mL(-1). The observed haemodynamic response was qualitatively similar to that in humans. Aortic pressure was reduced by 42 +/- 18%; heart rate was reduced by 21 +/- 11%. A parametric pharmacokinetic (two-compartment)-pharmacodynamic (linear) model has been established to describe plasma captopril concentration and aortic pressure relationship. Based on the observed results, the piglet was considered to be a viable model for our purpose.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Pharmacokinetic Models: Overview
There are three primary types of models: empirical, compartment, and physiological. Empirical models, with minimal assumptions,...
Model Approaches for Pharmacokinetic Data: Compartment Models
Two primary types of compartment models are recognized: mammillary and catenary. The more...
Model Approaches for Pharmacokinetic Data: Physiological Models
Pharmacokinetic Models: Comparison and Selection Criterion
Physiological models take a detailed approach by considering specific molecular processes. They can predict drug distribution, metabolism, and elimination changes, providing a comprehensive understanding of how drugs interact with the body.
Pharmacokinetic–Pharmacodynamic Relationship: Model Components
Impact of Pharmacokinetic–Pharmacodynamic Models: Regulatory Decisions

