Abstract
K-48 is a new oxime-type compound to be used as an enzyme reactivator in the treatment of exposure to organophosphorous compounds. Plasma concentration of K-48 can be determined using reversed-phase HPLC. Analysis using octyl silica stationary phase and ultraviolet-absorbance detection is fast and simple. K-48 displays a relatively high dose-normalized area under the curve as compared to pralidoxime, which might be beneficial for an antidote. After i.m. administration of 50 μmol K-48, the time course of the concentration can be approximated by a straight line between 15 and 120 min meaning the elimination follows zero-order kinetics.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1062-1067 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry |
Volume | 385 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 2006 |
Keywords
- Cholinesterase reactivator
- HPLC
- HPLC-MS
- Serum concentration
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biochemistry