CHEM 539 - Biochemistry of Drug Metabolism

(2 credits)

An advanced elective that emphasizes the qualitative and quantitative chemistry of drug metabolism. Topics include pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, drug absorption, distribution and excretion, phase I and phase II biotransformation, principles of therapeutics, and toxicology. Prerequisites: CHEM 401 - Biochemistry II or instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered every three years.

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