What does the lipid solubility of the drug influence?
A) Absorption of the drug
B) Metabolism of the drug
C) Excretion of the drug
D) Distribution of the drug
D
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Factors that can affect distribution include the drug's lipid solubility and ionization and the perfusion of the reactive tissue. The lipid solubility of a drug does not influence absorption, metabolism, or excretion.
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