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What does the term 'pharmacokinetics' primarily relate to in pharmacology?
What does the term 'pharmacokinetics' primarily relate to in pharmacology?
- The methods of drug delivery to patients
- The effects of drugs on biological systems
- The chemical structure of drugs
- The processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (correct)
Which of the following is a primary mode of drug absorption in the body?
Which of the following is a primary mode of drug absorption in the body?
- Excretion through renal pathways
- Endocytosis into target cells
- Passive diffusion through lipid bilayers (correct)
- Active transport through cell membranes
Which term accurately describes the bioavailability of a drug?
Which term accurately describes the bioavailability of a drug?
- The effect a drug has on target tissues
- The rate at which a drug is excreted from the body
- The extent to which a drug binds to plasma proteins
- The proportion of a drug that enters systemic circulation intact (correct)
What is typically the main source of pharmacological drugs?
What is typically the main source of pharmacological drugs?
Which of the following describes the 'distribution' phase of pharmacokinetics?
Which of the following describes the 'distribution' phase of pharmacokinetics?
What does facilitated diffusion primarily involve in terms of transport mechanisms?
What does facilitated diffusion primarily involve in terms of transport mechanisms?
In the context of drug passage, what role do protein carriers play in facilitated diffusion?
In the context of drug passage, what role do protein carriers play in facilitated diffusion?
Which of the following is a characteristic of facilitated diffusion that differentiates it from simple diffusion?
Which of the following is a characteristic of facilitated diffusion that differentiates it from simple diffusion?
What is the primary difference between facilitated diffusion and active transport?
What is the primary difference between facilitated diffusion and active transport?
Which substance is specifically mentioned in relation to facilitated diffusion in the context provided?
Which substance is specifically mentioned in relation to facilitated diffusion in the context provided?
Which of the following compounds is associated with active transport mechanisms in the intestinal lumen?
Which of the following compounds is associated with active transport mechanisms in the intestinal lumen?
Which substance is considered a higher concentration in the context of active transport?
Which substance is considered a higher concentration in the context of active transport?
What role does the carrier play in active transport across the apical cell membrane?
What role does the carrier play in active transport across the apical cell membrane?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a substance that undergoes active transport?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a substance that undergoes active transport?
Which compound is primarily involved in metabolic processes rather than active transport?
Which compound is primarily involved in metabolic processes rather than active transport?
What role does particle size play in drug absorption?
What role does particle size play in drug absorption?
Which of the following statements about drug dosage forms is accurate?
Which of the following statements about drug dosage forms is accurate?
What aspects are crucial for the effectiveness of a drug's dosage form?
What aspects are crucial for the effectiveness of a drug's dosage form?
Which vitamins are highlighted for having better absorption in a dispersed or emulsified state?
Which vitamins are highlighted for having better absorption in a dispersed or emulsified state?
Why is disintegration time important in dosage forms?
Why is disintegration time important in dosage forms?
What is the primary purpose of endocytosis in a cell?
What is the primary purpose of endocytosis in a cell?
Which of the following substances are known to be taken up through endocytosis?
Which of the following substances are known to be taken up through endocytosis?
In which scenario would endocytosis most likely occur?
In which scenario would endocytosis most likely occur?
How does the cell membrane change during endocytosis?
How does the cell membrane change during endocytosis?
What types of molecules are least likely to be involved in the process of endocytosis?
What types of molecules are least likely to be involved in the process of endocytosis?
Intravenous administration means that the drug bypasses absorption and enters circulation directly.
Intravenous administration means that the drug bypasses absorption and enters circulation directly.
Biotransport refers to the process of a drug being distributed evenly across all bodily tissues.
Biotransport refers to the process of a drug being distributed evenly across all bodily tissues.
Intra-arterial administration allows for the direct entry of drugs into systemic circulation without prior absorption.
Intra-arterial administration allows for the direct entry of drugs into systemic circulation without prior absorption.
The term 'biotransport' is synonymous with the drug's metabolic breakdown in the liver.
The term 'biotransport' is synonymous with the drug's metabolic breakdown in the liver.
Drugs administered via injection avoid the complex processes of absorption seen with oral medications.
Drugs administered via injection avoid the complex processes of absorption seen with oral medications.
Absorption and first pass metabolism are unaffected in liver cirrhosis.
Absorption and first pass metabolism are unaffected in liver cirrhosis.
Conditions such as achlorhydria can impact drug absorption.
Conditions such as achlorhydria can impact drug absorption.
Thyrotoxicosis has no effect on drug metabolism processes.
Thyrotoxicosis has no effect on drug metabolism processes.
Malabsorption syndromes can lead to reduced bioavailability of drugs.
Malabsorption syndromes can lead to reduced bioavailability of drugs.
All disease states have the same impact on absorption and metabolism.
All disease states have the same impact on absorption and metabolism.
Filtration allows large molecules to cross the plasma membrane through pores as a result of hydrodynamic pressure gradient.
Filtration allows large molecules to cross the plasma membrane through pores as a result of hydrodynamic pressure gradient.
Hydrodynamic pressure is essential for the process of filtration across the plasma membrane.
Hydrodynamic pressure is essential for the process of filtration across the plasma membrane.
Pores in the plasma membrane allow the passage of both soluble and insoluble drugs during the filtration process.
Pores in the plasma membrane allow the passage of both soluble and insoluble drugs during the filtration process.
The process of filtration is exclusive to the transport of blood proteins across the plasma membrane.
The process of filtration is exclusive to the transport of blood proteins across the plasma membrane.
The molecular weight of drugs plays a crucial role in their ability to cross the plasma membrane through filtration.
The molecular weight of drugs plays a crucial role in their ability to cross the plasma membrane through filtration.
Bisacodyl laxatives are typically administered via the parenteral route exclusively through IV.
Bisacodyl laxatives are typically administered via the parenteral route exclusively through IV.
The intravenous route of drug administration provides immediate availability of the drug to the bloodstream.
The intravenous route of drug administration provides immediate availability of the drug to the bloodstream.
Intramuscular and subcutaneous routes depend on vascular system perfusion for drug absorption.
Intramuscular and subcutaneous routes depend on vascular system perfusion for drug absorption.
Rectal suppositories are solely used for laxative purposes and cannot be involved in other types of drug deliveries.
Rectal suppositories are solely used for laxative purposes and cannot be involved in other types of drug deliveries.
IM and SC routes are always faster than IV administration for drug absorption.
IM and SC routes are always faster than IV administration for drug absorption.
Disintegration time refers to the speed at which the drug granules dissolve in a liquid.
Disintegration time refers to the speed at which the drug granules dissolve in a liquid.
The dissolution rate measures how quickly the drug enters solution after disintegration.
The dissolution rate measures how quickly the drug enters solution after disintegration.
A longer disintegration time generally leads to a faster dissolution rate for tablets.
A longer disintegration time generally leads to a faster dissolution rate for tablets.
Both disintegration time and dissolution rate are crucial for determining a drug's bioavailability.
Both disintegration time and dissolution rate are crucial for determining a drug's bioavailability.
Dissolution rate is unrelated to the effectiveness of a drug's therapeutic action.
Dissolution rate is unrelated to the effectiveness of a drug's therapeutic action.
What is the primary goal of clinical pharmacology?
What is the primary goal of clinical pharmacology?
How does the method of administration impact drug pharmacokinetics?
How does the method of administration impact drug pharmacokinetics?
Why is the study of pharmacodynamics important in clinical pharmacology?
Why is the study of pharmacodynamics important in clinical pharmacology?
Explain the significance of safe dosage ranges in clinical trials.
Explain the significance of safe dosage ranges in clinical trials.
What is the role of clinical trials in evaluating drug administration routes?
What is the role of clinical trials in evaluating drug administration routes?
What is the role of food in the gastrointestinal tract concerning drug absorption?
What is the role of food in the gastrointestinal tract concerning drug absorption?
How does Vitamin C influence the absorption of iron in the gastrointestinal tract?
How does Vitamin C influence the absorption of iron in the gastrointestinal tract?
Can the absorption of riboflavin be affected by the presence of food? Explain why.
Can the absorption of riboflavin be affected by the presence of food? Explain why.
List one example of a drug whose absorption is positively influenced by food intake.
List one example of a drug whose absorption is positively influenced by food intake.
What can be inferred about the interaction between food and drug absorption based on the information provided?
What can be inferred about the interaction between food and drug absorption based on the information provided?
What factors can significantly impact the bioavailability of a drug when administered orally?
What factors can significantly impact the bioavailability of a drug when administered orally?
What is the primary focus of pharmacodynamics in relation to drug effects on the body?
What is the primary focus of pharmacodynamics in relation to drug effects on the body?
Explain how the bioavailability formula is calculated for a drug taken orally compared to an intravenous dose.
Explain how the bioavailability formula is calculated for a drug taken orally compared to an intravenous dose.
Identify two sources from which drugs can be derived, as mentioned in the study of pharmacodynamics.
Identify two sources from which drugs can be derived, as mentioned in the study of pharmacodynamics.
Discuss the importance of physicochemical properties of a drug in relation to its absorption.
Discuss the importance of physicochemical properties of a drug in relation to its absorption.
What is the significance of disintegration time in relation to a drug's bioavailability?
What is the significance of disintegration time in relation to a drug's bioavailability?
What role do pharmacogenetic factors play in drug absorption and bioavailability?
What role do pharmacogenetic factors play in drug absorption and bioavailability?
How does the molecular weight of drugs impact their ability to cross the plasma membrane via filtration?
How does the molecular weight of drugs impact their ability to cross the plasma membrane via filtration?
How can disease states influence the bioavailability of pharmaceuticals?
How can disease states influence the bioavailability of pharmaceuticals?
Explain how intravenous administration of drugs contrasts with oral medication in terms of absorption processes.
Explain how intravenous administration of drugs contrasts with oral medication in terms of absorption processes.
How does first pass metabolism affect the efficacy of orally administered drugs?
How does first pass metabolism affect the efficacy of orally administered drugs?
What role do pharmacogenetic factors play in drug absorption and response?
What role do pharmacogenetic factors play in drug absorption and response?
In what way can a drug with high oral absorption still be ineffective?
In what way can a drug with high oral absorption still be ineffective?
Can liver cirrhosis impact first pass metabolism, and if so, how?
Can liver cirrhosis impact first pass metabolism, and if so, how?
What implications do malabsorption syndromes have on drug bioavailability?
What implications do malabsorption syndromes have on drug bioavailability?
Drugs are chemical substances that alter the body's function by interactions at the ______ level.
Drugs are chemical substances that alter the body's function by interactions at the ______ level.
Filtration allows large molecules to cross the plasma membrane through ______ as a result of hydrodynamic pressure gradient.
Filtration allows large molecules to cross the plasma membrane through ______ as a result of hydrodynamic pressure gradient.
The ______ route of drug administration provides immediate availability of the drug to the bloodstream.
The ______ route of drug administration provides immediate availability of the drug to the bloodstream.
A longer disintegration time generally leads to a faster ______ rate for tablets.
A longer disintegration time generally leads to a faster ______ rate for tablets.
Conditions such as ______ can impact drug absorption.
Conditions such as ______ can impact drug absorption.
Pinocytosis is a process that primarily involves the cell membrane engulfing ______ from the environment.
Pinocytosis is a process that primarily involves the cell membrane engulfing ______ from the environment.
In drug absorption, the concentration difference between the intestinal lumen and the cell ______ is essential for the movement of drugs.
In drug absorption, the concentration difference between the intestinal lumen and the cell ______ is essential for the movement of drugs.
The vacuole formed during pinocytosis contains ______ that the cell has absorbed.
The vacuole formed during pinocytosis contains ______ that the cell has absorbed.
In the process of pinocytosis, substances are taken up from areas of ______ concentration to areas of lower concentration.
In the process of pinocytosis, substances are taken up from areas of ______ concentration to areas of lower concentration.
Pinocytosis is ______ important for drug absorption compared to other mechanisms.
Pinocytosis is ______ important for drug absorption compared to other mechanisms.
The rate and amount of drug that is absorbed and reaches systemic circulation is known as ______.
The rate and amount of drug that is absorbed and reaches systemic circulation is known as ______.
When a drug is administered intravenously (IV), its bioavailability is ______%.
When a drug is administered intravenously (IV), its bioavailability is ______%.
Bioavailability is particularly relevant for drugs that are administered via ______ routes.
Bioavailability is particularly relevant for drugs that are administered via ______ routes.
The ______ administration method ensures that the drug bypasses the absorption process.
The ______ administration method ensures that the drug bypasses the absorption process.
The systemic circulation is the pathway through which the drug is distributed throughout the ______.
The systemic circulation is the pathway through which the drug is distributed throughout the ______.
Usually substances like lactose, sucrose, starch, and calcium ______ are used as inert diluents in formulating powders or tablets.
Usually substances like lactose, sucrose, starch, and calcium ______ are used as inert diluents in formulating powders or tablets.
Substances such as lactose and ______ are often utilized in the formulation of tablets.
Substances such as lactose and ______ are often utilized in the formulation of tablets.
Inert diluents like starch help improve the ______ properties of pharmaceutical powders and tablets.
Inert diluents like starch help improve the ______ properties of pharmaceutical powders and tablets.
For creating tablets, substances such as lactose, sucrose, and ______ are important due to their inert nature.
For creating tablets, substances such as lactose, sucrose, and ______ are important due to their inert nature.
In formulating powders, ______ is commonly listed alongside lactose and starch as an inert diluent.
In formulating powders, ______ is commonly listed alongside lactose and starch as an inert diluent.
Rapid absorption occurs when the drug is given on an empty ______.
Rapid absorption occurs when the drug is given on an empty ______.
Certain irritant drugs like salicylates and iron preparations are administered after ______ to minimize gastrointestinal irritation.
Certain irritant drugs like salicylates and iron preparations are administered after ______ to minimize gastrointestinal irritation.
Gastrointestinal transit time affects the rate of ______ for drugs.
Gastrointestinal transit time affects the rate of ______ for drugs.
Drugs that cause ______ irritation are often taken with food to reduce side effects.
Drugs that cause ______ irritation are often taken with food to reduce side effects.
Administration of drugs on an empty stomach typically results in ______ absorption.
Administration of drugs on an empty stomach typically results in ______ absorption.
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Study Notes
Terminology in Pharmacology
- Pharmacology involves the study of drug action and the interaction between drugs and living organisms.
- Key terms include pharmacodynamics (drug action effects), pharmacokinetics (drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion), and pharmacotherapy (treatment with drugs).
Nature and Sources of Drugs
- Drugs originate from natural sources (plants, animals, minerals) and synthetic processes.
- Natural sources include herbs (e.g., morphine from opium poppy), animal products (e.g., insulin from pancreas), and minerals (e.g., lithium from mineral deposits).
- Synthetic drugs are chemically manufactured to create specific therapeutic effects.
Pharmacokinetics - ADME
- Absorption: Process by which drugs enter the bloodstream; influenced by route of administration and dosage form.
- Distribution: Movement of drugs throughout the body, affected by factors like blood flow and tissue permeability.
- Metabolism: Biochemical modification of drugs primarily occurring in the liver; converts lipophilic drug molecules into more polar compounds.
- Excretion: Removal of drugs from the body, mainly through urine and feces; can also occur via breath and sweat.
Facilitated Diffusion
- Facilitated diffusion allows drugs to pass through biological membranes along the concentration gradient using protein carriers.
- It is energy-efficient and specific to certain molecules.
- Commonly involves drugs like alpha-methyl dopa, levodopa, 5-fluoro-uracil, and 5-bromouracil.
Active Transport
- Active transport is the movement of substances against their concentration gradient, requiring energy (ATP).
- Essential for transporting nutrients and certain drugs like riboflavin and amino acids across cell membranes.
Endocytosis
- Endocytosis engulfs large molecules via cell membrane, allowing intracellular release.
- Commonly occurs with proteins and toxins, such as botulinum and diphtheria toxin.
Dosage Forms and Particle Size
- Particle size affects drug absorption; smaller particles enhance bioavailability.
- Drugs in dispersed or emulsified forms (e.g., vitamin D, vitamin A) exhibit improved absorption rates.
- Disintegration time and dissolution rate are critical for effective drug release and activity.
Rectal Suppositories and Laxatives
- Bisacodyl is a common laxative administered rectally to relieve constipation.
Parenteral Drug Administration
- Common routes include intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), and subcutaneous (SC).
- IV administration allows for immediate drug availability in the bloodstream.
- IM and SC routes depend on adequate vascular perfusion for drug absorption.
Intravenous and Intra-arterial Administration
- Directly delivers the drug into circulation, bypassing traditional absorption processes.
Biotransport of Drugs
- Refers to the translocation of solutes across biological barriers from one side to another.
Filtration Process
- Water-soluble drugs of low molecular weight cross cell membranes via pores due to hydrodynamic pressure gradients.
Disintegration and Dissolution Rates
- Disintegration time measures how quickly a tablet or capsule breaks into drug granules.
- Dissolution rate refers to how fast the drug dissolves into solution after disintegration.
Effects of Disease States on Absorption and Metabolism
- Conditions such as malabsorption, thyrotoxicosis, achlorhydria, and liver cirrhosis can impair drug absorption and first-pass metabolism.
Pharmacology Overview
- Pharmaco- refers to medicine, while -logia indicates study, collectively representing the study of drugs and their effects.
Clinical Pharmacology
- Evaluates the pharmacological action of drugs, their preferred routes of administration, and safe dosage ranges through clinical trials.
Pharmacodynamics
- Focuses on the biological and therapeutic effects of drugs, answering "what the drug does to the body."
Sources of Drugs
- Minerals: Common drugs derived from minerals include liquid paraffin, magnesium sulfate, and magnesium trisilicate.
Bioavailability Calculation
- Bioavailability (F) is calculated using the formula:
Bioavailability (F) = AUC after oral dose / AUC after I.V. dose
Factors Affecting Drug Absorption and Bioavailability
- Physico-Chemical Properties: Characteristics of the drug itself can influence absorption.
- Nature of Dosage Form: The form in which the drug is administered impacts its absorption efficiency.
- Physiological Factors: Body conditions and processes can affect how a drug is absorbed.
- Pharmacogenetic Factors: Genetic variations can lead to differences in drug absorption and response among individuals.
- Disease States: Certain health conditions can alter drug metabolism and effectiveness.
Food Interaction
- Food presence in the gastrointestinal (G.I.) tract can enhance absorption for specific drugs, such as griseofulvin, propranolol, and riboflavin.
- Presence of Other Agents: Vitamin C can improve the absorption of iron from the G.I. tract.
First-Pass Metabolism
- A drug that is well absorbed orally may still be ineffective due to extensive first-pass metabolism by the liver, reducing its bioavailable concentration.
Drugs
- Chemical substances that modify body function through molecular interactions.
- Introduced into the body; effects are determined by their chemical nature and dosage.
Pinocytosis
- A cellular process involving the ingestion of liquid into cells.
- Involves the absorption gradient from high concentration (intestinal lumen) to lower concentration (cell interior).
- Vacuole formation occurs as the drug is internalized.
- Not a significant mechanism for drug absorption in most cases.
Bioavailability
- Defined as the rate and extent to which an active ingredient or active moiety is absorbed and becomes available in the systemic circulation.
- Intravenous (IV) administration yields 100% bioavailability.
- Influenced by various factors including formulation and physiological conditions.
Formulation
- Inert diluents often used include lactose, sucrose, starch, and calcium phosphate.
- These substances help in creating powders or tablets to facilitate drug administration.
Physiological Factors
- Gastrointestinal transit time significantly affects drug absorption rates.
- Rapid absorption occurs on an empty stomach for most drugs.
- Certain irritant drugs (e.g., salicylates, iron preparations) are typically administered with food to reduce gastrointestinal irritation.
Introduction to Pharmacology
- Pharmacodynamics: Examines the biological and therapeutic effects of drugs, specifically what drugs do to the body.
- Sources of Drugs:
- Minerals: Examples include liquid paraffin, magnesium sulfate, and magnesium trisilicate.
- Microorganisms: Penicillin and streptomycin are prominent examples among many antibiotics.
- Genetic Engineering: Key products include human insulin and human growth hormone.
- Synthetic Drugs: The majority of therapeutic drugs used today are derived from synthetic sources.
- Administration Routes:
- Intravenous/Intra-arterial: In these cases, drugs circumvent absorption processes and enter circulation directly.
- Biotransport of Drugs:
- Refers to the movement of a solute across a biological barrier from one side to another.
- Absorption Factors:
- The area of the absorbing surface: Drugs are more effectively absorbed from the small intestine than the stomach due to its larger surface area.
- Local Circulation: Enhanced vascular supply can lead to improved drug absorption.
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