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Which of the following statements is true about steady state?

A
It does not depend upon half life
B
Plasma concentration achieved is independent of dose rate
C
Longer is dosing interval, lesser is the difference between peak and trough values
D
Rate of administration is equal to rate of elimination
High-Yield Explanation
Steady state is achieved when rate of administration is equal to rate of elimination Three impoant points to remember: Steady state is achieved within 4-5 half lives Dosing rate (dose per unit time) determines the average plasma concentration obtained at steady state. Frequency - drug when given intermittently, concentration will vary around baseline - peak and trough are obtained Longer interval - difference between peak and trough is more Lesser the interval - difference between peak and trough is less

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