Abstract

Pharmacokinetics, the study of how drugs move within the body, is a fundamental aspect of pharmacology with profound implications for drug therapy optimization and patient care. This abstract provides a concise overview of the key processes involved in pharmacokinetics, namely absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME). Drugs undergo absorption at their site of administration, followed by distribution through the bloodstream to target tissues. Metabolism occurs primarily in the liver, where drugs are transformed into metabolites, and excretion marks the final elimination from the body. Understanding pharmacokinetics is crucial for tailoring dosing regimens, predicting drug behavior, and optimizing therapeutic outcomes. As pharmacokinetic research advances, the promise of personalized medicine looms large, offering the potential for more effective and safer drug treatments