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Which mechanism is involved in the absorption of propranolol in the body?
Which mechanism is involved in the absorption of propranolol in the body?
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Basic drugs like propranolol → ion pair transport enhances lipid solubility.
Updated On: May 22, 2025
- Ion pair transport
- Pinocytosis
- Phagocytosis
- Passive diffusion
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Propranolol, a basic drug, is absorbed by ion pair transport, a process in which the drug forms a neutral complex with an oppositely charged ion to facilitate absorption through the lipid membrane.
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