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Prolongation of Drug Action: A Complete Overview

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Extending the duration of a drug action can offer several advantages, such as enhanced patient compliance, reduced frequency of dosing, and minimized side effects. However, it’s crucial to understand that not all drugs are suitable for prolongation strategies. Here are some of the more detailed methods commonly employed to extend the action of a drug. … Read more

Pharmacokinetics – What the body does to Drug?

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Pharmacokinetics, derived from the Greek words ‘pharmakon’ meaning drug, and ‘kinesis’ meaning movement, is the science that elucidates what the body does to a drug following administration. Pharmacokinetics is the study of how drugs move through the body. It includes processes like absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME), which determine how much of the drug … Read more