Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics

Create a handout, pamphlet, or other resource that you might give to a patient that would help explain the concepts of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics as they relate to psychiatric medications.

Be sure your resource addresses the following concepts:

• Absorption
• Bioavailability
• Clearance
• Distribution
• Elimination
• Half-life
• Metabolism
• Plasma concentration
• Steady-state

Include a reference list for any sources cited.