A Number of Benzodiazepines Are Biotransformed into Active Metabolites

question 96

True/False

A number of benzodiazepines are biotransformed into active metabolites.

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Definitions:

Active Transport

The movement of molecules across a cell membrane from a lower to a higher concentration, requiring energy expenditure.

Protein

Large molecules composed of amino acids that perform a vast array of functions in the body, including catalyzing metabolic reactions, DNA replication, and responding to stimuli.

Kidney Damage

Kidney damage refers to physical, chemical, or biological changes to the kidneys that impair their function, potentially leading to renal disease or failure.

Urinary System

The organs of the body involved in the production, storage, and expulsion of urine.