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A nomogram is presented for modifying dosage regimens of drugs administered to patients with chronic renal function impairment. The usefulness and limitations of the nomogram are discussed in terms of the objectives of dosage regimens. The nomogram is intended to serve as a guide for drug administration in patients with renal disease. It may be particularly helpful for drugs on which little or no definitive research has been undertaken.
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Tozer, T.N. Nomogram for modification of dosage regimens in patients with chronic renal function impairment. Journal of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics 2, 13–28 (1974). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01062143
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