1 A thyrotoxic patient receiving a constant dose of propranolol and digoxin developed marked bradycardia postoperatively.
2 Compared to preoperative levels there was a considerable rise postoperatively in both plasma propranolol and serum digoxin steady-state concentrations.
3 Surgery by effecting drug disposition and disease processes may significantly alter drug handling in the perioperative period.
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