Factor Affecting Drug Metabolism

• Heredity/Genetics: Example INH

  • N-Acetyltransferase: Isoniazid
  • "Slow Acetylators" (Egyptians & Med. Jews; 40-60% Caucasians)
  • "Fast Acetylators" (Eskimos & Orientals)

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