Recently a new variant allele was described (CYP2C19*17 allele, -806C>T and -3402C>T) which is responsible for ultrarapid CYP2C19 metabolism.

Coadministration of ketoconazole inhibits the omeprazole–omeprazole sulfone transformation. This interaction is exerted through the inhibition of the CYP3A4 isoenzyme, involved in the metabolism ...

De Jong looked at how certain medicines can slow down or speed up liver metabolism. For example, omeprazole (a common acid reducer) moderately inhibits a liver enzyme, while fluvoxamine (an ...

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Despite the hype, supplements promoted as fat busters and metabolism boosters rarely significantly affect weight loss. If you want to lose weight, cutting calories from your diet and exercising ...

Metabolism refers to the chemical reactions that occur within an organism to sustain life. The reactions are divided into two categories: catabolism (the breakdown of organic matter to produce ...

The oral bioavailability of omeprazole is initially low (approximately 35-40%) but increases to about 65% in the first 3-5 days of administration. [6, 7] The most likely explanation for this ...

No supplement is a magic bullet for weight loss, but preliminary research indicates some nutrients, vitamins and minerals may support a healthy metabolism and weight management. Protein “Protein ...