Which plasma protein is the most significant binder for acidic drugs like Warfarin and Salicylates?
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Correct answer: Serum albumin
Albumin is the most abundant plasma protein and has several high-capacity binding sites for acidic and neutral drugs. When a drug is bound to albumin, it remains in the vascular compartment and is pharmacologically inactive.
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