Cytochrome P450 - P450s in Humans - Drug Metabolism

Drug Metabolism

Further information: Drug metabolism

CYPs are the major enzymes involved in drug metabolism, accounting for about 75% of the total metabolism. Most drugs undergo deactivation by CYPs, either directly or by facilitated excretion from the body. Also, many substances are bioactivated by CYPs to form their active compounds.

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