SF Journal of Surgery
SFJS

Combination of Ketoconazole and Tacrolimus Increases the Risk of Kidney Transplant Rejection in African Americans

Research Article Volume 1 Issue 2
Zhang A, Liu Y, Zhang B, Khan E, Jeon H and Zhang R*
Corresponding Author: Zhang R

Abstract

African Americans have a rapid metabolism and require high dose of tacrolimus after kidney transplantation. Ketoconazole inhibits tacrolimus metabolism and can be used to reduce its dosage and financial cost.

Article Information

Journal SF Journal of Surgery
Article Type Research Article
Volume 1
Issue 2