Clinical Pharmacology Issues Relevant to the Dosing and Toxicity of Chemotherapy Drugs in the Elderly

Clinical Pharmacology Issues Relevant to the Dosing and Toxicity of Chemotherapy Drugs in the Elderly Tarun Wasil, Stuart M. Lichtman Oncologist 2005; 10: 602-612 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Describe the pharmacokinetic changes associated with aging. Describe the concepts of geriatric assessment. Describe the treatment of common malignancies in the elderly with emphasis on pharmacokinetic changes. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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