What is the term for the fraction of an administered dose of unchanged drug that

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What is the term for the fraction of an administered dose of unchanged drug that reaches the systemic circulation?
  1. Bioavailability
  2. Volume of distribution
  3. Clearance
  4. Half-life

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the term for the fraction of an administered dose of unchanged drug that reaches the systemic circulation?
  • Step 1: Understand that when a drug is given to a patient, it can be in different forms like a pill, injection, or liquid.
  • Step 2: Realize that not all of the drug given will enter the bloodstream unchanged; some may be broken down or not absorbed.
  • Step 3: Learn that 'systemic circulation' means the drug is in the bloodstream and can affect the whole body.
  • Step 4: Know that 'bioavailability' is the term used to describe how much of the drug actually gets into the bloodstream unchanged.
  • Step 5: Conclude that bioavailability is important because it helps determine how effective a drug will be.
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