Pharmacy toxicology describes the study of the effects of harmful exposure to prescription products and agents in the field of healthcare. Pharmacy toxicology also refers to both the treatment and prevention of diseases that are pharmaceutically caused. Biotransformation is the chemical modification of a chemical compound produced by an organism and also of mineral compounds such as CO2, NH4 +, or H2O. Biotransformation is a type of chemical modification within the body of various chemical components, including nutrients, amino acids, toxins, and drugs. Serious downstream effects can occur if a drug binds to unexpected proteins, receptors or enzymes that may change pathways other than those necessary for treatment. As an essential step in the action of some pharmaceuticals, bioactivation is also considered.
Toxicology testing
Applied Pharmacology
Toxicology and risk management
Ethical and legal issues