Drug Excretion
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May 2, 2024
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Drug excretion is the process by which the body eliminates drugs and their metabolites from the body. It is an important part of pharmacokinetics, the study of how drugs interact with the body. Excretion can occur through a variety of routes, including the kidneys, liver, lungs, and skin.
Routes of Drug Excretion
The kidneys are the main route of drug excretion. They filter drugs and their metabolites from the blood and excrete them in the urine. The liver is also involved in drug excretion. It metabolizes drugs and converts them into water-soluble metabolites that can be excreted by the kidneys.
The lungs can also excrete drugs. Volatile drugs, such as alcohol and anesthesia, can be exhaled through the lungs. The skin can also excrete drugs through sweat.
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