Advances in molecular biology describing important enzyme systems involved in drug conjugation and deconjugation reactions and recent work indicating the importance of drug and xenobiotic conjugates as transport forms of biologically active compounds are reviewed comprehensively. Part One describes molecular events associated with the expression and regulation of transferases and hydrolases involved in Phase II drug conjugation and deconjugation. Part Two deals with the regulation of Phase II conjugation, and Part Three reviews critically the importance of drug conjugates in pharmacology and toxicology. This volume is an up-to-date source of information on this topic and will be of broad interest to pharmacologists and toxicologists.
In-depth coverage of advances in molecular biology, indicating the importance of drug and xenobiotic conjugates as transport forms of biologically active compounds. Part One describes molecular events associated with the expression and regulation of transferases and hydrolases involved in Phase II drug conjugation and deconjugation. Part Two deals with the regulation of Phase II conjugation, while Part Three critically reviews the importance of drug conjugates in pharmacology and toxicology. An up-to-date source of information of broad interest to pharmacologists and toxicologists.
In-depth coverage of advances in molecular biology, indicating the importance of drug and xenobiotic conjugates as transport forms of biologically active compounds. Part One describes molecular events associated with the expression and regulation of transferases and hydrolases involved in Phase II drug conjugation and deconjugation. Part Two deals with the regulation of Phase II conjugation, while Part Three critically reviews the importance of drug conjugates in pharmacology and toxicology. An up-to-date source of information of broad interest to pharmacologists and toxicologists.
In-depth coverage of advances in molecular biology, indicating the importance of drug and xenobiotic conjugates as transport forms of biologically active compounds. Part One describes molecular events associated with the expression and regulation of transferases and hydrolases involved in Phase II drug conjugation and deconjugation. Part Two deals with the regulation of Phase II conjugation, while Part Three critically reviews the importance of drug conjugates in pharmacology and toxicology. An up-to-date source of information of broad interest to pharmacologists and toxicologists.
This text investigates the molecular biology of conjugation, and the subsequent activity of the transfered genes "in vivo". Conjugation may be very important when considering biotransformations, as expression of transfered genes may allow organisms to metabolize certain substrates.
Drug Metabolism: Current Concepts provides a comprehensive understanding of the processes that take place following ingestion of a medicinal agent or xenobiotic, with an emphasis on the crucial role of metabolism (biotransformation). How a sound knowledge of these phenomena is incorporated into the design of effective new drug candidates is also explained. The user-friendly text focuses on concepts rather than extraneous details and is supported by many illustrated examples of biotransformations as well as frequent references to current critical reviews and articles highlighting the nature of research objectives in this vibrant area of medicinal development. The final topic on strategies for drug design relies on the background provided by the rest of the book. This book is ideally suited as an advanced text for courses in drug metabolism for students of medicine, pharmacy, pharmacology, biochemistry; and for courses in drug design and drug delivery for students of medicinal chemistry. It is also appropriate for professional seminars or courses that relate to the fate of a drug in the body, drug interactions, adverse reactions and drug design.
A comprehensive explanation of drug metabolism concepts and applications in drug development and cancer treatment In the newly revised second edition of Drug Metabolism Handbook: Concepts and Applications in Cancer Research, a distinguished team of researchers delivers an incisive and robust exploration of the drug metabolism system and a well-illustrated and detailed explanation of the latest tools and techniques used in the research, pharmacology, and medicine. The book discusses the creation of new molecular entities, drug development, troubleshooting, and other highly relevant concepts, guiding readers through new applications in pharmaceutical research, development, and assessment. The latest edition offers updated content on metabolism basics and the application of a variety of new techniques to cancer treatment, including mass spectrometry, imaging, metabolomics, and immunotherapy. It also offers in-depth case studies highlighting the role of metabolism in drug development. Readers will also benefit from: A thorough introduction to drug metabolism, including a historical perspective, factors affecting metabolism, and biotransformations in drug metabolism Comprehensive discussions of technologies for in vitro and in vivo studies, including mass spectrometry and accelerating metabolite identification with mass spectrometry In-depth explorations of drug interactions, including discussions of enzyme inhibition and the characterization of cytochrome P450 mechanism-based inhibition Fulsome treatments of drug toxicity, including the role of drug metabolism in toxicity, and allergic reactions to drugs Perfect for medicinal chemists, pharmaceutical scientists, and toxicologists, Drug Metabolism Handbook: Concepts and Applications in Cancer Research, Second Edition will also earn a place in the libraries of analytical chemists and drug discovery professionals.
This new volume of Advances in Pharmacology explores the current concepts in drug metabolism and toxicology. Chapters cover the Keap1-Nrf2 cell defense pathway, animal models of drug-induced idiosyncratic toxicity and the use of human embryonic and induced pluripotent stem cells for modeling metabolism and toxicity. With a variety of chapters and the best authors in the field, the volume is an essential resource for pharmacologists, immunologists and biochemists alike. - Explores the current concepts in drug metabolism and toxicology - Chapters cover such areas as the Keap1-Nrf2 cell defense pathway, animal models of drug-induced idiosyncratic toxicity and the use of human embryonic and induced pluripotent stem cells for modeling metabolism and toxicity - An essential resource for pharmacologists, immunologists and biochemists alike
