Which of the following drugs undergoes "Hoffmann elimination" ?
Correct answer: C. Atracurium
- A. d-tubecurarine
- B. Acetycholine
- C. Atracurium
- D. Acetazolamide
Explanation
Atracurium undergoes organ-independent Hofmann elimination at physiological temperature and pH. This makes its breakdown relatively useful in patients with severe hepatic or renal impairment.
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