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formation of a specific metabolite. Differences in potency can result in differential metabolism (i.e.,
one enantiomer may be inactivated quicker than the other) or differential binding to the biological
target.
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Note: References to chapters are related to Chapter 7 in Harrold MW and Zavod RM, Basic Concepts in Medic-
inal Chemistry, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, ©2013.
