What Does ADME Stand For?

ADME stands for Absorption Distribution Metabolism And Excretion

ADME refers to the pharmacokinetic processes that determine the fate of a drug within the body after administration. It encompasses four key stages: Absorption (how a substance enters the bloodstream), Distribution (the dispersion of the substance throughout the body), Metabolism (the biochemical transformation of the substance), and Excretion (the elimination of the substance from the body). Understanding ADME is crucial for evaluating the efficacy and safety of pharmaceutical compounds.