Biotransformation, Detoxification, Metabolism of Xenobiotics

Detox safely and effectively

Phase 1 Reactions

1. Oxidation/ Hydroxylation
involves cytochrome p450
examples- Oxidation of Alcohol, aldehydes, amines, aromatic hydrocarbons, sulfuric compounds, drugs
2. Reduction
examples- nitro compounds, picric acid, Chloral
3. Hydrolysis
examples- Aspirin, atropine, procaine, xylocain, DFP etc