Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics is the study of the movement of drugs within the body, specifically the processes that involve absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion. It is important because it helps us to understand how a drug's effects will be influenced by things like age, body weight, and other medications that may be taken concurrently. Pharmacokinetics is used to optimize drug therapies, predict drug interactions, and define safety parameters for new drugs entering the market. It can also be used to personalize medicine for an individual's unique needs.