Principles of Pharmacokinetics: The Dynamics of Drug Action
摘要
The term “pharmacokinetics” is derived from the ancient Greek words “pharmakon” and “kinetikos,” meaning “drug” and “putting in motion,” respectively. It serves as a fundamental concept in pharmacology, elucidating how the body interacts with pharmaceutical substances and how these substances influence the body’s response. Pharmacokinetics explores the processes of liberation, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (LADME) of drugs, providing valuable insights for optimizing drug administration and utilization.