Table 3.
pD2 and Emax values for dexmedetomidine and dexketoprofen at 10 minutes
| pD2 (–log[drug]) | Emax (efficacy, % decrease of AUC) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dexmedetomidine | 7.62±0.75 | 53.7±14.7 |
| Dexketoprofen | 6.96±0.74 | 60.3±14.6 |
Data are expressed as the mean ± SEM. AUC: Area under the curve; Emax: efficacy, maximum response of drug; pD2: potency of the drug.