Prodrug
A pharmacologically inactive compound that is metabolically converted to an active drug in vivo. Used to improve bioavailability, reduce toxicity, or target specific tissues.
أمثلة
- Enalapril -> enalaprilat
- Codeine -> morphine (CYP2D6)
- Valacyclovir -> acyclovir
هل تعلم؟
A pharmacologically inactive compound that is metabolically converted to an active drug in vivo. Used to improve bioavailability, reduce toxicity, or target specific tissues.