adjective
- relating to the movement and action of drugs within the body, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination
Usage: technical; medical/pharmaceutical
Examples
- The pharmacokinetic properties of the new medication were studied extensively before approval.
- Doctors must consider pharmacokinetic factors when prescribing drugs to elderly patients.
- The pharmacokinetic profile shows that the drug is rapidly absorbed and slowly eliminated.
- Pharmacokinetic interactions between the two medications could affect treatment outcomes.
- Understanding pharmacokinetic principles helps clinicians determine appropriate dosing schedules.