Dược Động Học :
▧ Absorption :
After oral administration of teriflunomide, maximum plasma concentrations are reached, on average, in 1-4 hours.
▧ Volume of Distribution :
After a single intravenous dose, the volume of distribution is 11 L.
▧ Protein binding :
Teriflunomide is extensively plasma protein bound(>99%).
▧ Metabolism :
Teriflunomide mainly undergoes hydrolyis to minor metabolites. Other minor metabolic pathways include oxidation, N-acetylation and sulfate conjugation. Teriflunomide is not metabolized by CYP450 or flavin monoamine oxidase.
▧ Route of Elimination :
Teriflunomide is eliminated unchanged and mainly through bile. Specifically 37.5% is eliminated in the feces and 22.6% in urine.
▧ Half Life :
The median half-life is 18 to 19 days.
▧ Clearance :
After a single IV dose, teriflunomide has a total body clearance of 30.5 mL/h.