Tag: Biotransformation

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Mar 14

Pharmacokinetics: Membrane Transport, Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion of Drugs

Pharmacokinetics refers to the study of how drugs move through the body. It involves several key processes including membrane transport, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion. Understanding these processes is crucial for predicting how drugs will behave within the body, determining appropriate dosages, and optimizing therapeutic outcomes. 1. Membrane Transport Membrane transport is how drugs cross […]

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Nov 03

Biotransformation

Biotransformation of drugs, also known as drug metabolism, refers to the body’s process of chemically altering a drug to facilitate its elimination from the body. Drug metabolism is a vital pharmacokinetic process that occurs primarily in the liver, although other tissues and organs can also contribute to these reactions. The primary objectives of drug biotransformation […]