A Mathematical Model for the First-Pass Dynamics of Antibiotics Acting on the Cardiovascular System

Math Comput Model. 2009 Oct 1;50(7-8):959-974. doi: 10.1016/j.mcm.2009.02.007.

Abstract

We present a preliminary first-pass dynamic model for delivery of drug compounds to the lungs and heart. We use a compartmental mass balance approach to develop a system of nonlinear differential equations for mass accumulated in the heart as a result of intravenous injection. We discuss sensitivity analysis as well as methodology for minimizing mass in the heart while maximizing mass delivered to the lungs on a first circulatory pass.