pharmacodynamic
/ˌfɑrməkoʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/
adjective
- Relating to how a drug affects the body, including its mechanisms of action and effects.
- The pharmacodynamic study showed how the drug lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.
- The new medication has a unique pharmacodynamic profile that targets only cancer cells.
- Doctors consider pharmacodynamic properties when choosing the right painkiller for a patient.