Enzyme inducer
Enzyme Inducer
An Enzyme Inducer (pronunciation: /ˈɛnzaɪm ɪnˈdjuːsər/) is a type of drug or substance that increases the metabolic activity of an enzyme by increasing its production in the body.
Etymology
The term "Enzyme Inducer" is derived from the words "enzyme", which comes from the Greek words "en" meaning "in" and "zyme" meaning "yeast", and "inducer", which originates from the Latin word "inducere" meaning "to lead in".
Function
Enzyme inducers work by increasing the production of specific enzymes in the body. These enzymes then increase the rate at which certain reactions occur, often leading to the faster breakdown of drugs or toxins. This can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of certain medications, as it can lead to their faster elimination from the body.
Examples
Some examples of enzyme inducers include Phenobarbital, Rifampicin, and Carbamazepine. These substances are often used in the treatment of various conditions, such as epilepsy, tuberculosis, and bipolar disorder, respectively.
Related Terms
- Enzyme Inhibitor: A substance that decreases the activity of an enzyme.
- Metabolism: The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms.
- Pharmacokinetics: The study of how an organism affects a drug.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Enzyme inducer
- Wikipedia's article - Enzyme inducer
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