Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD)

MTD
Toxicology

The highest dose of a drug that does not cause unacceptable toxicity. Determined in dose-escalation Phase I studies. Critical for oncology drugs where efficacy often correlates with dose intensity.

Contoh

  • 3+3 dose escalation design
  • Dose-limiting toxicity (DLT)
  • MTD-based dosing in oncology

Tahukah Anda?

The highest dose of a drug that does not cause unacceptable toxicity. Determined in dose-escalation Phase I studies. Critical for oncology drugs where efficacy often correlates with dose intensity.