Introduction Flashcards
1
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What is a drug
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A compound which interacts with a biological system to produce a biological response
2
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The therapeutic index
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Shows the ratios of concentrations at which a drug is effective versus toxic
3
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ADMET
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Absorption Distribution Metabolism Elimination Toxicity
4
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Types of molecular target
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Proteins (Enzymes, Receptors, and Ion channels) Lipids Nucleic acids Carbohydrates
5
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Druggability
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A target that is capable of binding a small molecule capable of modulating its activity in a therapeutically desirable way
6
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Protein-protein interactions (PPIs)
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Modulate a lot of biochemical processes. Large molecules so spread over large surface area. Involves 2 fairly flat surfaces without defined pockets or grooves.
7
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Intermolecular interactions
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Salt bridges (strongest)
Hydrogen bonding
Van deer waals (weakest)
