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Pharmacokinetic Properties

Meaning

Pharmacokinetic properties are the quantifiable characteristics of a drug’s movement within the body, encompassing the four fundamental processes of Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion (ADME). These properties dictate the drug’s concentration profile over time, influencing the onset, intensity, and duration of its therapeutic effect. In hormonal therapy, understanding a compound’s pharmacokinetics—such as its half-life, bioavailability via a specific route, and metabolic clearance rate—is essential for designing effective dosing schedules and selecting the appropriate delivery method. These properties are the key to maintaining stable, therapeutic hormone levels.