Factor Affecting Drug MetabolismThe Simple View

• Consider: Route(s) of metabolism (Phase-1 & Phase 2) depend on enzymes.

• What happens if metabolism decreased (i.e., if enzyme levels or activity go down)?

• What happens if metabolism increased (i.e., if enzyme levels or activity go up)?

• Generally changes are quantitative rather than qualitative.

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