pharmacokinetics lecture
What is the definition of pharmacokinetics?
The study of how the body processes drugs
What is the primary focus of pharmacokinetics?
The movement of drugs in the body
Which of the following is NOT a phase of pharmacokinetics?
Synthesis
What does the term 'bioavailability' refer to in pharmacokinetics?
The percentage of a drug that reaches the bloodstream
Which organ is primarily responsible for drug metabolism in the body?
Liver
What is the main route of drug elimination from the body?
Urine
Which phase of pharmacokinetics involves the movement of a drug from the bloodstream to the target tissues?
Distribution
What is the 'therapeutic window' of a drug?
The range of doses at which the drug is effective
Which of the following factors can affect drug absorption in the body?
Route of administration
What is the main goal of pharmacokinetics in drug development?
To optimize drug dosage regimens