Other Factors That Determine PPCP Fate and Persistence in the Environment

6 Other Factors That Determine PPCP Fate and Persistence in the Environment 

1 Effect of the Presence of Other Compounds The response (pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics) of an individual pharmaceutical compound may be predictable. By comparison, the response of the same compound in the presence of 

Other drugs is often less predictable. The presence of other drugs in the system can stimulate the metabolism of a specific compound and hasten its loss or interfere with its absorption. The fate of PPCP mixtures has not been widely researched. 

In conclusion, it is apparent that there is some removal of PPCPs from effluents once they get into the environment. However, such removal may only be temporary as 

Ecotoxicology is a natural extension of toxicology that studies the fate and effects of toxic substances on an ecosystem. It is based on scientiflc research that employs both laboratory and held methods. Ecotoxicology requires an understanding of ecologic principles and theories pertaining to how chemicals can affect individuals, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Individuals are single entities, whereas a 

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