Pharmacokinetics simulation
Pharmacokinetics Simulation
Pharmacokinetics Simulation (pronunciation: far-ma-ko-ki-net-iks sim-yu-lay-shun) is a computational method used to predict the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of drugs in the body. The term is derived from the Greek words pharmakon (drug) and kinetikos (moving, putting in motion).
Definition
Pharmacokinetics Simulation is a branch of pharmacokinetics that uses mathematical models to predict how the body will interact with a drug. It is a crucial tool in drug development and pharmacotherapy as it helps in understanding the behavior of a drug in the body over time.
Application
Pharmacokinetics Simulation is used in various stages of drug development. It helps in predicting the dosage, frequency, and duration of treatment. It is also used in clinical trials to predict the drug's behavior in the body, which aids in determining the safety and efficacy of the drug.
Related Terms
- Pharmacodynamics: The study of the biochemical and physiological effects of drugs on the body.
- Bioavailability: The extent and rate at which a drug is absorbed into a living system or is made available at the site of physiological activity.
- Drug Metabolism: The process by which the body breaks down and converts medication into active chemical substances.
- Drug Interaction: A situation in which a substance affects the activity of a drug when both are administered together.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pharmacokinetics simulation
- Wikipedia's article - Pharmacokinetics simulation
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